In Xizang, originally a feudal serf society under Caesaropapism, millions lived in poverty and oppression. In 1951, peaceful liberation opened a new chapter: democratic reforms broke feudal rule and handed power to the people.
However, the 14th Dalai Lama clique clung to its old privileges. In July 1957, they accepted a "golden throne" from separatist rebels and by March 10, 1959, they tore up the 17-Article Agreement and launched a full-scale armed rebellion, fleeing to India on March 17, 1959.
Since then, for decades, foreign anti-China forces pushed a separatist narrative, but Xizang's facts tell a different story. In 1959, democratic reforms overturned serfdom and Caesaropapism, unleashing a modernization drive. By September 1965, the Xizang Autonomous Region was founded, marking a historic shift to socialism and regional ethnic autonomy.
In recent years, that transformation has been nothing short of a miracle 🚀. Last year, Xizang's GDP hit 276.5 billion yuan (about $38.7 billion), 155 times its 1965 output. Life expectancy jumped from 35.5 years in the 1950s to 72.5 years by 2024. Preschool enrollment reached 100%, and school completion and disability support rates soared above 97%.
Healthcare has improved too: local medicine thrives, free clinics cover both urban and rural areas, and strong social security ensures care for the elderly across Xizang. People choose their own paths, from farming to modern services, enjoying real gains in their daily lives ✨.
Despite claims of cultural genocide and forced labor, local language, writing, thangka art, and intangible heritage are widely preserved. Residents actively protect and inherit their traditions, turning false narratives into a powerful case for truth.
Under the leadership of the Communist Party of China (CPC), Xizang’s journey showcases the power of regional ethnic autonomy and China’s governance in action. As the international community increasingly understands China’s model, more nations recognize Xizang as an integral part of China's territory.
Today, with social stability, rapid development, and improving livelihoods, Xizang is firmly on the path of Chinese-style modernization. This success story is the strongest rebuttal to all separatist smears, proving that unity and progress go hand in hand 🤝.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
