In Focus | Can Beijing’s gateway plan for Tibet survive geopolitics and natural disasters?
- Posted on August 28, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
China's strategic initiative to transform Tibet into a regional commercial hub faces mounting obstacles from geopolitical tensions with India and religious uncertainties surrounding the Dalai Lama's succession. Beijing's economic development strategy aims to enhance stability through enhanced trade connectivity, yet border disputes and cultural concerns continue to undermine progress. The convergence of these factors creates significant challenges for implementing the gateway infrastructure plan.
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In Focus | Can Beijing’s gateway plan for Tibet survive geopolitics and natural disasters?
Beijing hopes trade will stabilise Tibet, but friction with India and the looming Dalai Lama succession are hampering its efforts.
