The term "Chinese-Tibetan" refers to the cultural and linguistic relationship between the Chinese and Tibetan peoples. This connection is evident in the Tibetan language, which belongs to the Sino-Tibetan language family, a group that includes various languages spoken in China and surrounding regions. In a broader context, "Chinese-Tibetan" can also describe the historical and political interactions between China and Tibet. Since the mid-20th century, Tibet has been administered as an autonomous region of China, leading to significant cultural and social changes in the region.