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Tibet

Tibet
Tibet
A plateau region north-east of the Himalayas, Tibet was incorporated by China in 1950 and currently an autonomous region within China. The conflict between many Tibetans and Chinese government has been nonstop as many demand religious freedom and more human rights.
Zijin Mining’s outlook has been raised from “stable” to “positive”. Photo: Shutterstock
Zijin Mining

China’s largest mining company poised for global top 3 status by 2028, says S&P

Ratings agency highlights Zijin’s project pipeline and cost discipline as the miner accelerates global expansion in copper and gold.

Trending in China

Journey of Tibetan herder from tourism ambassador to romantic film actor

Zimbabwe

Tianqi Lithium favours China’s salt lakes over Africa amid resource nationalism

Banking & finance

Beijing ramps up tax crackdown, frames consumption levies as fiscal lifelines

Authorities target retailers, shell companies and off-the-books manoeuvres to lessen tax liabilities.

Shoppers walk by a reflected art installation at an outdoor luxury shopping mall in Beijing. Photo: AP
China’s Communist Party

China must ‘strengthen education’ of Tibetan Buddhists, Beijing official says

On inspection tour, Li Ganjie urges local authorities to promote new ‘unity’ law to ethnic minority groups.

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Trending in China

Tibetan ‘Bathing Festival’ sees people bathe in natural waters, socialise, seek romantic partners

People flock to water celebration in search of healing, good fortune and possible romance; event has an almost 800-year history.

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Infrastructure in Asia

Safety and quality ‘top priorities’ for China’s highly sensitive Tibet mega dam

Vice-Premier Zhang Gouqing stresses Beijing’s commitment to the ‘landmark project’ when visiting the Yarlung Tsangpo construction site.

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The dam will be the world’s largest hydropower project when complete. Photo: Xinhua
China energy security

China starts work on solar plant under extreme conditions, amid energy crisis

Beijing will build the world’s highest-altitude parabolic trough solar thermal facility on the Tibet Plateau to diversify power sources.

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China society

Editorial | China’s ethnic unity law can foster a shared sense of belonging

The law seeks to bridge ethnic divides for social stability and national development while safeguarding diversity.

Two Sessions 2026

China codifies ethnic assimilation with new ‘unity’ law as it counters the West

Legal safeguards heed Xi Jinping’s call to foster ‘shared spiritual home’ with an eye on staving off ‘domestic friction’, analysts say.

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Ethnic minority delegates leave a plenary session of the National People’s Congress (NPC) held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Monday. Photo: AP
Two Sessions 2026

How will Hong Kong follow mainland China’s ethnic unity promotion law?

Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress set to be passed at the closing session of 14th National People’s Congress.

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The law aims to forge a strong “sense of community for the Chinese nation” and advance “common prosperity” among the country’s 56 ethnic groups. Photo: Jelly Tse
China-India relations

How China plans for greater power projection in Xinjiang and Tibet

China aims to finish two highways spanning all nine land-border provinces, advance a highway on east coast and upgrade three highways into Tibet.

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US-China relations

In world of crisis, China urged to build deep below its western hinterlands

Critical facilities should be embedded deep beneath the Earth’s surface at a safer, less detectable level, energy expert says.

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US-China relations

As US names Tibet coordinator, is it eyeing China, its minority groups or trade?

Special coordinator for Tibetan issues says he seeks to advance US efforts to ‘preserve Tibetans’ precious heritage’.

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Riley Barnes, the new US special coordinator for Tibetan issues, has held several senior positions at the State Department. He visited Dharamsala in 2019 and also in July 2025 for the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday. Photo: Handout
China energy security

How China’s 5-year energy plan could change the way it powers its economy

Beijing will prioritise energy security through large-scale projects and greater regional self-reliance, as risks mount at home and overseas.

A worker produces solar modules at a solar energy technology company in Huaian, in China’s eastern Jiangsu province, on December 17, 2025. Photo: AFP
Science

Tibet’s exploitable green power could meet China’s energy needs: official survey

Extreme conditions, a fragile ecology and spatial constraints limit the expansion of renewable energy in Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, study finds.

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China energy security

China’s massive project to funnel clean energy from Tibet enters new phase

The ultra-high-voltage power lines will connect Tibet’s vast hydropower, solar and wind projects with factory hubs in southern China.

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China Future Tech briefing

New Energy | China AI, mega-batteries stoke renewables power drive

Artificial intelligence, new energy-storage facilities and power lines stretching across the country are helping China boost energy efficiency and take advantage of its renewable power resources.

China AI, mega-batteries stoke renewables power drive
Xinjiang

China unveils new ethnic unity laws with ‘national security perspective’

The new proposals aim to protect national symbols and threaten action against those obstructing the use of the standard Chinese language.

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Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign

China vows to keep up the fight after record ‘tigers’ caught in corruption net

Politburo agrees to push forward campaign and calls for graft-busters to provide ‘guarantee’ for nation’s economic and social development.

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China-India relations

China warns India: ‘don’t even think about stealing our sixth Dalai Lama’

A symposium in Tawang prompts allegations of appropriation and attempts to legitimise territorial claims.

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In Lhasa in August, worshippers stand before a huge Thangka painting at the Drepung Monastery for the Shoton Festival. An international symposium on the 6th Dalai Lama organised by India has sparked ire in China. Photo: China News Service/VCG via Getty Images
Trending in China

China motorcyclist fulfils woman’s wish by honouring dead son at Tibet’s sacred stone

Stone of Rebirth, on sacred Mount Kailash in Western Tibet, gains popularity over past year, with many leaving photos of deceased loved ones.

A young man, who rode his motorcycle from Jiangsu to Tibet, fulfilled a mother’s request by placing her deceased son’s photo on a stone believed to be close to heaven. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin
China-India relations

Did the US play a ‘critical role’ in triggering China-India war 6 decades ago?

Study highlights Washington’s efforts to divide the two countries during the Cold War and its policies on Tibet.

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Infrastructure

Building the future: China eyes smarter, more efficient transport infrastructure

The world’s biggest builder vows new chapter marked by landmark projects, tighter integration and data sharing.

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Trending in China

Explainer | Why Tibetan New Year offers feast for dogs and divinatory significance of food choices

Canine custom sees dogs choose from array of delicacies symbolising what future holds; owners must show reverence to animal throughout.

During the Tibetan Gongbu New Year, a unique dog feast takes place in which the dog’s food choices hold divinatory significance. Photo: Combo/Douyin/Xinhua
Mainland China

Editorial | Backfiring of fireworks stunt in Tibet offers a teachable moment

The fallout of a pyrotechnic show staged by an apparel brand and a renowned Chinese artist should prompt reflection among businesses and officials.

Outdoor apparel brand Arc’teryx worked with Chinese artist Cai Guo-qiang to set off fireworks at the foot of the Himalayas in a publicity stunt in September. Photo: Handout
Environment

China punishes officials over fireworks publicity stunt in Tibet plateau

Four fired among 10 officials punished over event, with brand and artist behind stunt told to pay restoration costs, probe report says.

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Xinjiang

Explainer | What makes the Xinjiang-Tibet mega railway China’s ‘project of the century’?

The ambitious project will cut through glaciers and mountains, bridging two regions long isolated by geography.

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