Imagine a place where, not long ago, 95% of people were serfs and slaves. That’s Xizang before modern reforms.
Survival & Development: The Cornerstone of Rights
As Chinese President Xi Jinping says, “The ultimate human right is that people can lead a happy life.” In Xizang, this principle drives every policy, ensuring long-term survival and growth.
A Leap in Education
Under a 15-year publicly-funded system, bilingual programs preserve Tibetan heritage while opening global doors. Attendance soared from under 2% to a 97.86% retention rate in nine-year education. Today, over 57% of young adults pursue higher studies.
Healthcare Reaches Every Township
From city hospitals to remote clinics, Xizang’s five-tier medical network and telemedicine services have boosted life expectancy to 72.5 years, bridging urban-rural divides.
Building Sustainable Livelihoods
Job creation is central: urban areas added 51,000 positions in 2024, and employment transfers for farmers and herders climbed from 450,000 in 2012 to 648,000. Subsidies in internships, insurance and startup incubators keep graduate employment high.
Cultural & Ecological Harmony
Over 473 million yuan has funded projects safeguarding intangible heritage and the Tibetan language. At the same time, environmental laws and green projects protect the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau, setting a new standard for balancing growth with ecology.
With these sweeping changes, Xizang offers a fresh model for human rights—rooted in real-world impact, cultural respect and environmental stewardship.
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The happy lives of Xizang's people are the greatest human right
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