Beijing promoting soft narratives to assert authority in Xinjiang and Tibet: Report
Kathmandu, Jan 7 (IANS) Uyghur Muslims in Xinjiang province have long resisted the authority of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), despite repressive actions, reflecting deep-rooted tensions over identity, control, and security, a report said on Wednesday. It added that Beijing has also promoted soft narratives to reinforce its authority, recasting sites such as Jiaohe, an […]
Mount Qomolangma scenic area closed after 7.1-magnitude quake hits Tibet
Lhasa, Jan 7 (IANS) The Mount Qomolangma scenic area was temporarily closed, and tourists and staff were in safe condition after a 7.1-magnitude earthquake jolted Dingri County in the Xizang (Autonomous Region) on Tuesday morning, according to local Chinese authorities. Dingri is home to the base camp of the world’s highest peak. 95 have been […]
