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Autonomy in international legal instruments: The case of Tibet

Posted on:2014-06-04Degree:S.J.DType:Dissertation
University:American UniversityCandidate:Chodon, LhakpaFull Text:PDF
GTID:1456390008457267Subject:Asian Studies
Abstract/Summary:
The problem I have identified is over sixty-year of China's illegal occupation of Tibet. China's persistent human rights violations in Tibet are destroying Tibet's distinct identity, culture, language, and religion. To end this long-standing occupation and establish peace and stability in the region, I contend that only a genuine and meaningful autonomy for the whole of Tibet under a single administration will ensure peace and freedom.;This study is based on analyses of historical treaties, conventions and agreements; domestic, regional and international laws; United Nations' resolutions and reports; media reports; academic research; government and other official documents; eye witness accounts, etc. In seeking a solution, it examines three cases of autonomy arrangements to evaluate autonomy's feasibility for Tibet.;In the case of Tibet, a solution must be reached soon. Despite centuries of non-violence, the struggle against Chinese rule is starting to be waged by a new generation of Tibetans, who are less compromising than previous generations.
Keywords/Search Tags:Tibet, Autonomy
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