China and Tibet

Politically, though, China remains hard-line. Sure, it is less harsh than it was two decades ago, say, but it is taking the tough line in Tibet.

Chinese Take Aim at News Media on TibetThe Chinese backlash against Western media coverage of Tibet highlights the depth of animosity widely felt in China toward Western attitudes about what many Chinese feel is a domestic issue.

Of course, this is all orchestrate, in the finest traditions of media spin. All governments know spin is important to their well-being, as do all politicians.

The Chinese government bans CNN in most homes. The talk of China in recent days? The news coverage on CNN.