The US House of Representatives has passed a bill strengthening Washington's support for human rights and environmental protection in Tibet, and advocating sanctions against China if it interferes in the succession of Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama.

US House passes bill to support Tibet, warns sanctions on Chinese officials for interfering in Dalai Lama's succession

The Chinese government warned self-ruled Taiwan on Thursday that it was courting "disaster", after the running mate for President Tsai Ing-wen in January elections said he was working toward the island's independence, a red line for Beijing.

China says Taiwan courting 'disaster' after island's independence bid comment

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US House passes bill to support Tibet, warns sanctions on Chinese officials for interfering in Dalai Lama's succession

China says Taiwan courting 'disaster' after island's independence bid comment