After Paris, British Museum Faces Backlash Over Using “Xizang” Term

The British Museum is under fire for using the term "Xizang Autonomous Region" in its *Silk Roads* exhibition, which critics argue aligns with China's political narrative and undermines Tibetan identity. Tibetan groups, including the Global Alliance for Tibet & Persecuted Minorities, demand the term's removal, a formal apology, and consultation with Tibetan scholars. The terminology mirrors China's efforts to erase Tibet's identity. Despite the Museum's defense, critics insist this misrepresentation contributes to the suppression of Tibetan culture. The controversy reflects a broader issue of Tibetan heritage misrepresentation in global institution.