"In just a few decades, Xizang has undergone a monumental transformation, leaping over a thousand years, creating a remarkable development miracle that has captured global attention," he added.

Official statistics reflect that the regional gross domestic product (GDP) of Xizang has increased from 174 million yuan (nearly $24 million) in 1959 to 276.49 billion yuan in 2024, and the population of the entire region has grown from about 1.22 million in 1959 to 3.7 million in 2024, with life expectancy rising from 35.5 years to 72.5 years per person.