Historical Events tagged with "people's republic of china"
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Ceasefire in Battle of Chamdo
The People's Liberation Army concluded military action in Tibet, marking the end of the Battle of Chamdo, which began with their invasion in October. The Chinese forces faced limited resistance from Tibetan troops, leading to significant territorial gains. The goal was to reinforce Chinese sovereignty over Tibet. Following the ceasefire, Chinese authorities sought to integrate Tibetan governance structures with the national government, laying the groundwork for direct administration.
Continue ReadingUK Recognizes People's Republic of China
The United Kingdom formally recognized the People's Republic of China, which led the Republic of China to sever all diplomatic relations with the UK in response. This recognition signified a significant shift in international politics and alliances during the early Cold War period, as the UK sought to establish economic and diplomatic ties with the communist government in Beijing.
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