CHINA STRONGLY OPPOSES NEW US LAW ON TIBET DISPUTE, VOWS TO DEFEND INTERESTS

Sat 13 July 2024:

China has expressed strong opposition to a new U.S. law signed by President Joe Biden, which urges Beijing to address Tibet’s demands for greater autonomy, Reuters reported.

The law, enacted on Friday, seeks to push China to engage in talks with Tibetan leaders, stalled since 2010, to reach a negotiated agreement on the region and address the aspirations of the Tibetan people regarding their historical, cultural, religious, and linguistic identity.

China’s foreign ministry criticized the law, stating it “grossly interferes in China’s domestic affairs, undermines China’s interests, and sends a severely wrong signal to the ‘Tibet independence’ forces.” Despite Washington recognizing Tibet as part of China, analysts suggest the law appears to challenge this position. The U.S. has long supported the rights of the Tibetan people, accusing China of human rights violations in the region bordering India.

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“The U.S. must not implement the Act,” the ministry warned. “If the U.S. continues down the wrong path, China will take resolute measures to firmly defend its sovereignty, security, and development interests.”

The issue has gained attention as the Dalai Lama, recovering from a medical procedure, turned 89 last week. The exiled spiritual leader has stated he will clarify questions about his succession around his 90th birthday, while China insists it will choose his successor.

SOURCE: INDEPENDENT PRESS AND NEWS AGENCIES

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