US Tibet bill 'grossly interferes' in China affairs: Beijing
China yesterday rebuked the US Congress over legislation seeking greater access to Tibet, saying American lawmakers "grossly interfered" in Beijing's domestic affairs.
The bill, which passed this week with bipartisan support, demands access to the region for US diplomats, journalists and tourists, threatening to bar Chinese officials responsible for the policy from the US if barriers remain for foreigners in Tibet.
Foreign visitors are generally required to obtain a special permit, with the region completely closed off to outsiders at certain times of the year.
"The relevant bill... has disregarded the facts, grossly interfered in China's internal affairs, and violated the basic norms of international relations," Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Lu Kang said at a regular press briefing.
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