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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.
Tibets “Bathing Festival” lasts seven days, during which people of all ages bathe in natural waters, socialise and seek romantic partners through music. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin/Zhihu
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.

Infrastructure in Asia

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

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China energy security

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

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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.

Ethnic minority delegates leave after a plenary session of the National People’s Congress held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 9. Photo: AP
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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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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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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According to China’s draft 15th five-year plan released last week, the country will strengthen infrastructure in border areas. Photo: Xinhua
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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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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Chinese researchers have reported that the technically exploitable capacity of hydropower in Tibet could reach 178 gigawatts, and more than 100GW for wind power. Photo: Getty Images
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.

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.

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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Chinese President Xi Jinping pictured on a visit to Lhasa in Tibet earlier this year. Photo: EPA
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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A record 63 high-ranking officials were placed under investigation on suspicion of corruption this year. Photo: Robert Ng
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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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.

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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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The 1962 war between the two countries has cast a long shadow over their relationship. Photo: SCMP
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.

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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Fireworks in different colours explode all the way to the top of a hill in the Tibetan plateau as part of the advertising stunt on September 19. Photo: Handout
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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Accidents and disasters in China

Editorial | Everest rescue shows danger of taking risks for social media glory

The experience should serve as a lesson about the importance of preparedness and vigilance against complacency, no matter the conditions.

Accidents and disasters in China

800 people rescued in China after being stranded by Everest blizzard

Snow that crushed climbers’ tents and cut off all descent routes from the base camp.

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CCTV says 580 trekkers and more than 300 local guides and yak porters “safely reached” a relocation point in Qudang in the Tibet autonomous region. Photo: CCTV
Accidents and disasters in China

1 dead in Qinghai, hundreds evacuated as China’s rescue in Everest area continues

200 people still stranded as of Monday morning after unseasonal weather blasts hikers at start of ‘golden week’ holiday.

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A rescue effort is underway on the eastern slopes of Mount Everest after an unseasonal blizzard struck on the weekend, stranding hundreds of hikers. Photo: Handout
China’s Communist Party

Religion must align with law for ethnic and social harmony in China, Xi says

During a Politburo study session, Xi Jinping says Beijing must ‘implement strict law enforcement’ regarding religion.

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SCMP Highlights

China’s mega bridge opens, inscription found in Tibet: 7 science highlights

From an Intel architect’s return to China to an ancient stone carving in Tibet, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.

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