Tibet

Tibet is a region on the Tibetan Plateau in Asia, currently under the administration of China. It is characterized by its high altitude, distinct culture, and geopolitical significance.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to a deadly natural disaster, a flash flood on the Nepal-Tibet border, that has caused significant casualties and left hundreds missing.

Latest on Tibet

• Nepal-Tibet disaster: Death toll nears 800; more than 3,000 missing
• China says 16 dead, 546 missing in Tibet mudslide: State media
• China-Nepal floods: hundreds of foreigners missing in Tibet after disaster
• Hong Kong sets aside HK$50 million in relief fund for Nepal-Tibet flood victims
• Footage of Tibet floods isn't being shown in China - and we know little about victims there
• Commentary: Nepal‑Tibet disaster - when a crisis strikes before communities recover from the last one

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