Tibet

Tibet is a country in East Asia. it borders the Republic of China, Jammu & Kashmir, Nepal, Bhutan, Sikkim and India.

History
Tibet gained independence from China in 1912, largely remaining independent due to the chaos of the Xinhai revolution and the Warlord Era. It was mostly unaffected by the events of the Second Sino-Japanese War and the Pacific War.

Politics
The government is run by the 14th Dalai Lama, although most power is in the hands of court officials due to the Dalai Lama's young age. The political consolidation of China under Chiang Kai Shek has caused some to worry that the country's independence will once again be threatened, as the Republic has always claimed Tibet to be part of it since 1912.

Economy
Tibet is mostly rural, with only a few urban centres, Lhasa being the largest. The country has an economy that focuses on agriculture and mining. Industrial development is hampered by the mountain climate and the government's reluctance to modernise.

Military
The Tibetan Army is small, consisting mostly of militia regiments. It uses mostly British equipment and it's main focus is to maintain order in the country.