Imagine your grandparents earning barely enough to survive – and today, your family’s income multiplies by 200 times. That’s the reality for rural residents in China’s Xizang Autonomous Region, which just celebrated its 60th anniversary with jaw-dropping economic milestones. 🌄
From Survival to Thriving
Since 1965, urban per capita incomes here have grown 122-fold, while rural areas saw a staggering 200-fold leap. Once known for subsistence farming, Xizang now buzzes with modern infrastructure, tourism, and tech-driven agriculture. 🚜➡️💻
"My parents traded barley for basics. Now, I run a homestay for hikers and send my kids to university," said Tenzin, a resident in Lhasa.
What’s Next for Xizang?
Analysts credit targeted poverty alleviation programs and cross-regional investments. With new rail links and solar energy projects, this Himalayan hub is becoming a gateway for South Asian trade. 🌏✨
