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The article discusses the relationship of China with Tibet Autonomous Region and Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region based on geopolitical structures, territorial unity, history and development and resource security. Both Tibet and Xinjiang were independent from China until it was annexed under the Qing dynasty and serves as buffers with India and Central Asia under the Chinese Communist regime. Both Tibet and Xinjiang provides China with energy, mineral, forest and water resources.

The article focuses on the role of the Dalai Lama and the way of life and challenges faced by people in Tibet, China. It higlights the author's experiences of staying in the Dalai Lama's monastery in Dharamsala, India and learning the political and environmental problems of by Tibetans due to intervention by the Chinese government. The author also explores the function of the Tibetan government-in-exile, China's industrial activities in the region, and India's efforts to assist exiled Tibetans.

The article presents a social, political and economic background on the Tibet Autonomous Region. A geographic description of Tibet is presented. The Tibetan people has suffered from cruel serfdom under the leadership of the Communist Party of China, which has ended in 1959 when a wide democratic reform was conducted. Since the Tibetan people, from the panhandlers to herdsman, overthrew the theocratic regime, they have all become the masters of their land. The reform also resulted in infrastructure projects, laying a solid foundation for its progress.

The article focuses on the role of Bstan-'dzin-rgya-mtsho, Dalai Lama XIV to resolve the conflicts between Tibet, China and China. He wants Tibetan people consent legally by plebiscite to accept Chinese sovereignty over the Tibetan plateau, on the condition that all the Tibetan people in all Tibet Autonomous areas are left to be genuinely free to live on their own plateau. It is stated that the media's reporting about Tibetans losing faith in the Dalai Lama is incorrect.

The article focuses on the political and social aspects of China in 2008. It discusses a video posted on the web site YouTube which showed protesters of the 2008 Summer Olympic Games to be held in Beijing, China. The uprising of Tibet from China's control is explored and students in China, such as Tang Jie, are profiled. The government policies regarding internet use are also examined.

The article presents the statement issued by U.S. President George W. Bush regarding the crisis happening in Tibet, China. Based on the statement, the U.S. has a broad agenda with China, which is a growing economic powerhouse and an increasingly important actor on the international scene. Bush further said in the statement that the People's Republic of China (PRC) must exercise restraint in resolving the unrest in Tibet and have a dialogue with the Dalai Lama.

The article presents information on the political conditions in Tibet, China. The controversies facing Tibet include its current political status as part of the People's Republic of China (PRC) and the role of the Dalai Lama and his Tibetan Government-in-Exile. On March 10, 2008, a series of demonstrations began in Lhasa and elsewhere in Tibetan regions of China to mark the 49th anniversary of a Tibetan uprising against Chinese rule in 1959. The Tibetan People's Uprising Movement (TPUM) is a new activist grouping in Tibet.

The article offers various reports related to Tibet's exiled leader, Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso. A Peace Award was presented to the Dalai Lama by Europe's largest circulating daily "Bild-Zeitung." The Dalai Lama has been featured as one of the 59 persons among the world's most influential people. The first-ever Hindi Web site on Tibet was launched by India Tibet Coordination Office (ITCO).

The article offers news briefs related to politics and government in Tibet, China. China has warned the Australian leaders against holding any contact with Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso. During his visit to Chicago, Illinois on May 6, 2007, Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso taught a sold-out crowd of 1,500 at Chicago's Harris Theater. The Tibetan Women's Association commemorated its 48th anniversary on March 12, 2007.

Features the economic and cultural environment in Tibet, China. Growth of a market economy in the region; Role of Buddhism in the Tibetan politics; Amount appropriated by the central government for the protection of cultural relics.

Focuses on the impact of Chinese rule on the culture of Tibet. Establishment of retail stores; Prevalence of monks begging for money; Damage brought by the tourist trade.

Focuses on the Tibetan people's human rights. Significance of the author as the spiritual and temporal leader of the Tibetan people and head of the Tibetan Government-in-exile; Absence of contradiction between the implementation of successful economic development programs and the protection of human rights; Negotiations between Tibetans and the Beijing government.

Reports the protest of the Tibetan Youth Congress against the leadership of the Dalai Lama. Suicide committed by Thupten Ngodup, a Tibetan, by burning himself in protest against the leadership of the Dalai Lama; Comment of the Dalai Lama to the action of Thupten Ngodup; Issues confronting the Dalai Lama about the sovereignty of Tibet under the government of China.

The article discusses the China's State Council Information Office which releases on March 27, 2019, a white paper on democratic reform and the development leap, marking the 60th anniversary of the campaign in Tibet. It states that the white paper summarizes the fundamental changes in Tibet over the past 60 years like the abolishing of serfdom, the establishment of a new social system and the evidence of social progress.

Focuses on the challenges faced by Tibetans in preserving their culture, language, and religion in Tibet, China. Demand for autonomy and freedom by Tibetans; Oppression by Chinese governments; Exile of most Tibetans and Tibetan elites; Lack of United Nations support to Tibet; Reluctance of the U.S. to intervene in the Tibet case; Account of the recurrent street battles between desperate Tibetans and violent Chinese police.

The article reports that trust and transparency between the Tibetan government and the public is sought by the Dalai Lama who considers himself semi-retired from his government role due to his old age. The administration is called upon by the Tibetan leader to take full responsibility of the daily struggles in the nation. Penpa Tsering, speaker of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile has read out a 32-page list regarding a strong democracy and the sustenance of the exile Tibetan settlements.

An interview with Qiangba Puncog, chairman of Tibet Autonomous Region, is presented. Puncog describes the century before the democratic reform in Tibet as a great stride from serfdom to socialism. He recalls how people of various ethnic backgrounds marched out of tyranny, destitution and isolation toward democracy, affluence and openness. He was sent to school after the democratic reform and got a technician's job with a local factory after he graduated in 1970.

Recounts a firsthand experience in visiting Tibet, China. Description of the natural and cultural environment; Evidence to the improvement of the region's standard of living; Perspective on the Tibetan political situation.

The article reports that U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi had a vigorous response to the unrest in Tibet caused by protests against Chinese rule in that region. Pelosi traveled to India to meet with Tibetan exiles and the Dalai Lama, Tibet's spiritual leader. While there, she condemned China's policies in Tibet.

Reports on the transformation of the Barkhor Circuit in Tibet, China from a site of political unrest to a busy city market. Chinese authorities' economic reform in Tibet; Political oppression during the Chinese occupation.

Comments on the efforts by the People's Republic of China to militarize Tibet. Effect of the arming of Tibet on Indian security; Tension surrounding the Sino-Indian border dispute; Impact of the China-Pakistan alliance to the potential for conflict between India and China; Security dilemmas posed by the Chinese occupation of Tibet.

The article inform that Tibetan protesters has protested outside the office of the United Nations (UN) in Delhi, India on May 29, 2017 to demand that a special session of the UN be held to discuss Chinese rule of Tibet.

An editorial is presented which discusses the democratic reform in Tibet which was a milestone in human history wherein it has ended the old social system based on oppression and exploitation of serfs and house slaves and has opened a new chapter for the Tibetan people. It states that serfs and slaves in Tibet became free citizens with dignity who were ushered into an era of equal rights.

Profiles the Karmapa of Tibet (Ugen Thinley Dorjee), 11, the first monk China's atheist rulers have ever recognized as a newly reincarnated `living Buddha.' Beijing's hopes to promote him as an alternative to Tibet's Dalai Lama and win his loyalty to China; The Karmapa's background; His training by Tibetan monks.

Reports the International Campaign for Tibet's claim that the Chinese Information Travel Service office has placed the names of Harrison Ford, Brad Pitt, and Martin Scorsese on a persona non grata list of those desiring entry into Tibet. The involvement of the men in Tibet-related projects.

The article discusses highlights of the meeting between U.S. President Barack Obama and the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, at the White House in Washington, D.C. on February 21, 2014. Topics addressed include the support expressed by Obama to the preservation of the Tibetan culture and traditions, the resolution of political issues between the exiled Tibetan administration and the Chinese government, and the significance of this meeting to the Tibetan community.

The article reports that the 42 members elected to the 15th Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile were sworn in at a ceremony at the parliament house which was followed by the election of the Speaker wherein Penpa Tsering won the post.

The article announces that about 8 Tibetans had been sentenced of 1-7 years of imprisonment as the trials and investigation of the March 2008 protests continues.

The article presents a speech by Dalai Lama delivered in Dharamsala, India on March 10, 2010 in which he discussed the economic and political situation of Tibetans, the political campaigns of Chinese authorities in Tibet and the importance of establishing national relations between the Tibetan and Chinese government.

The author discusses the political situation in Tibet. She considers the country as a Chinese colony with Han immigration of two varieties as the method of colonization, first are rotating officials, technical experts, and 40,000 soldiers, and influx of ordinary Chinese who are offered incentives such as higher wages, lower taxes, housing, and allowances for altitude. She sees the inside world of Tibet as being prepared for still further ecological degradation.

The article offers updates related to the visit of Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao in Europe. German Chancellor Angela Merkel has urged China to enter into talks with the Dalai Lama for the settlement of the Tibet issue on January 29, 2009. Several Tibetans and Tibet supporters in Switzerland have protested against Jiabao during his visit on January 27-28, 2009.

The article offers news briefs related to protests against China in Great Britain. British Prime Minister Gordon Brown has urged his Chinese counterpart Wen Jiabao to settle the issue of Tibet. Five Tibetans have been arrested by police outside the Chinese embassy in London, England. Martin Jahnke, who was accused of throwing a shoe at Jiabao, has been pleaded not guilty to a charge.

The article offers information on the gathering of delegates representing Tibet Support Groups at a resort in Gurgaon, India from November 29-December 1, 2008. The assembly was made to intensify Tibet Support Groups' campaign for Tibet in the face of China's strengthening of hardline policy. Delegates in the meeting agreed to continue efforts to achieve formal recognition of the Tibetan government in exile in the international community.