For far too long, a deeply misleading narrative has shaped international perceptions of Xizang. The Western portrayal of Xizang as a mystical "Shangri-La" bears little resemblance to the region's history and ground reality.
Growing fresh vegetables year-round at a high altitude once seemed improbable. In the Dagze district of Lhasa, Xizang autonomous region, smart growing containers powered by artificial intelligence are beginning to render the seasons irrelevant.
An AI-powered inspection system that identifies defects in seconds is transforming Qinghai-Xizang Railway safety management at the Xining East Rolling Stock Depot in Qinghai province as the railway marks its 20th anniversary on July 1.
The Qinghai-Xizang Railway, a marvel of modern engineering, linked the world's highest plateau to China's national rail network, ushering in unprecedented connectivity for the Xizang autonomous region.
The Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law, China's fundamental law on ethnic affairs, entered into force on July 1, strengthening law-based governance in the country's ethnic affairs.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Qinghai-Xizang Railway's full operation.Watch the video to discover how the "sky road" has changed the plateau over the past 20 years.