Lhasa
Coverage of Lhasa in the Nexus archive.
- Qinghai-Tibet railway, world’s highest, begins operation in 2006 – SCMP archive
The Qinghai-Tibet railway, the world’s highest, began operation in 2006 with the first train departing Beijing to Lhasa, carrying 600 passengers and 100 journalists. The railway also launched services from Golmud and Chengdu, offering residents like Lhasa student Bianba more affordable travel opportunities.
- Could AI algorithms hold China’s solution for global narrative on Tibet?
An American media professional working for China's state-run China International Communications Group suggests Beijing should adapt to Western algorithms to improve its global narrative on Tibet, rather than opposing them. The individual, known as Huang Hao, emphasized this during a discussion in Lhasa, Tibet's capital.
- Why India’s new envoy to China is visiting Tibet soon after taking up the job
India’s new ambassador to China, Vikram Doraiswami, visited Tibet to review arrangements for Indian pilgrims traveling to Mount Gang Renpoche and Lake. The visit follows his appointment last month and signals improving relations between India and China.