China Enacts Ethnic Unity Law Emphasizing Integration and Mandarin Use

China's newly adopted Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law aims to strengthen national integration and promote harmony among its ethnic groups, emphasizing Mandarin as the common language. While the law prohibits discrimination and supports cultural traditions, Tibetan advocacy groups express concern it may formalize policies that undermine Tibetan language and identity, including boarding schools and mandated Mandarin use. The legislation reflects China's focus on unity under the Communist Party, with critics warning it could intensify cultural assimilation efforts.