The Intelligence from The Economist The sensitive month: Tibet
Mar 11, 2019
James Miles, China editor for The Economist, offers keen insights into Tibet’s ongoing struggles and the significance of March, a pivotal month due to key anniversaries. He discusses the historic 1959 uprising and its impact on Tibetan identity and religion, highlighting the escalating tensions under Chinese rule. The conversation also touches on how global focus has shifted away from Tibet and the looming threats posed by climate change, illustrating the fragility of both cultural and environmental stability in the region.
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Tibetan Uprising
- March 1959 marks the 60th anniversary of the Tibetan uprising against Chinese rule.
- Protests erupted after rumors spread that China planned to abduct the Dalai Lama.
Sensitive Month
- The Dalai Lama fled to India after the 1959 uprising and remains there.
- The Chinese government views March as a "sensitive month" due to Tibetan anniversaries.
Religious Suppression
- Tibetan Buddhism was suppressed under Mao's rule.
- Resentment persists due to China's continued attacks on the Dalai Lama.