US EditionXi Jinping Revisits Tibet Amidst Strategic Diplomatic Developments
Xi Jinping highlighted Tibet's political stability and economic growth during the 60th anniversary, noting ongoing infrastructure projects and a rare gathering of 20,000 people in Lhasa.
- Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Lhasa, Tibet, on Wednesday to observe the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Tibet Autonomous Region by Beijing, as reported by state media.
- The Tibet Autonomous Region was established by China’s ruling Communist Party in 1965, making it the country's fifth autonomous region.
- International human rights groups describe China's rule in Tibet as 'oppressive', a claim that Beijing rejects.
- Xi's visit marks his second ever as China’s leader, following his last visit in July 2021 when he urged residents to 'follow the party'.
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It is a highly symbolic visit: for the second time since it came to power, Xi Jinping went to Lhasa, Tibet, as part of the celebrations of the 60th anniversary of Beijing's creation of this autonomous region. This region is strategic for Beijing, in the midst of ethnic and religious tensions. In front of a crowd of 20,000 people, the Chinese president praised the achievements of the Communist Party and called for unity, but in the background, se…
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