Seminar on Tibetan Studies ConcludesTibet is by no means the isolated Shangri-La that some people claim, and its true character should be unveiled to the world, scholars of Tibetan studies from both home and abroad said in a forum that concluded Saturday in Beijing.More than 180 experts, 29 from overseas, specializing in eight disciplines, attended the four-day "2001 Beijing Seminar on Tibetan Studies," which discussed the past, present and future of Tibet. Historians demonstrated their findings that Tibet is an inalienable part of China with their careful and thorough studies of the cultural, economic and social ties between Tibet and other parts of China. Meanwhile, these studies also displayed the true image of Tibet, showing that this region, since ancient times, has progressed due to its close ties with other Chinese regions. The scholars also discussed how Tibet should engage in China's development of its vast western region, believing researchers should pay more attention to the new problems arising from the modernization process. Medical experts also held special discussions on how Tibetan medicine can avail itself in the economic development of the Tibet Autonomous Region. An exhibition of books on Tibetan studies and lectures on Tibetan medicine were held during the seminar, and the participants also visited a Tibetan relics exhibition at Beijing's Palace Museum. Some foreign experts are expected to visit Tibet after the seminar. |
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