At 8,848 meters – the height of Mount Qomolangma – Xizang's 2024 achievements reach new peaks in economic development, cultural preservation, and ecological protection. New data reveals a region transforming while maintaining its unique heritage.
Economic Ascent Xizang's GDP surged to 276.5 billion yuan ($38.5 billion) in 2024, marking 155-fold growth since 1965. Rural residents now earn 21,578 yuan annually, with per capita disposable income exceeding 31,358 yuan. The highway network spans 125,000 km – enough to circle the equator three times.
Cultural Continuity Over 1,700 Tibetan Buddhist sites remain active, supported by 46,000 monks and nuns. Language preservation efforts shine through 8,300 full-time Tibetan language teachers, up 43% since 2018.
Green Guardianship More than half of Xizang's land now falls under ecological protection, including the 33,800 sq km Mount Qomolangma National Nature Reserve. This environmental commitment coexists with modern development: 183 air routes now connect 78 cities worldwide.
Social Progress Key indicators show remarkable advances: • Life expectancy: 72.5 years • Rural tap water access: 68.7% • Nine-year education completion: 97.86% • Annual tourists: 320,000+
From ancient monasteries to modern infrastructure, Xizang's story in 2024 reveals a region balancing growth with tradition – a model watched closely by policymakers and investors across Asia.
