Bomb blast in Tibetan area of China
Bomb explodes at police station in Tibetan area of China’s Sichuan province.
Published On 17 Mar 2009
Police have said they are investigating the incident.
Bantang county is just a short distance from the border with Tibet.
The county is part of Ganzi prefecture, an area known for its strong Tibetan identity which has been at the centre of dissent against Chinese rule for years.
The region saw some of the most violent protests during last year’s unrest.
Source: News Agencies