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British foreign secretary under fire for failing to raise Uyghur genocide in China
Opposition MPs and a Uyghur advocacy group blast David Lammy for not using stronger language with his Chinese counterpart.
China lashes out at Western criticism of its treatment of Uyghurs and Tibetans
Australia is ‘plagued by systemic racism’ and should mind its own business, Beijing said in response to a 15-country resolution calling for the release of detained Uyghurs and Tibetans.
Thank You from the Uyghurs, President Erdogan—But More Is Needed
The Turkish leader deserves credit for mentioning the Uyghur issue at the 79th UN General Assembly. But a stronger tone is needed.
Japanese-Uyghur lawmaker urges Tokyo to take firmer stand on China
“The international community, including Japan, must do its part to ensure that we do not set a precedent where such violations go unaccounted for under our watch,” she said.
Pakistan-based Uyghur businessmen praise China during Xinjiang visit
Activists say Beijing-funded trip was meant to dispel accusations of genocide in the region.
Canadian ambassador’s visit to Xinjiang draws China’s ire
The Chinese Embassy in Canada said her concerns were based on “fabricated rumors and reports with ulterior motives.”
Uyghur migrants see no release after a decade in Bangkok cells
After fleeing China’s persecution and entering Thailand 10 years ago, more than 40 Uyghurs remain incarcerated indefinitely in overcrowded detention centers for illegal entry.
Pakistan extends deadline for Uyghurs refugees facing deportation
Pakistani authorities have temporarily extended the period of stay for Uyghurs at risk for deportation under a government order to expel all illegal migrants by the start of November.
Major Muslim group buys into China’s narrative of happy Uyghurs in a stable Xinjiang
Seeking to promote its narrative about the peace and prosperity enjoyed by majority-Muslim Uyghurs in Xinjiang, China invited delegates from the 57-nation Organisation of Islamic Cooperation to observe.
China pumps up narrative of happy Uyghurs in Xinjiang among Pakistanis
The sudden rise in popularity of a media star with ties to the Chinese Embassy has raised questions among Uyghurs living in Pakistan about Beijing’s efforts to use local Uyghurs as propaganda tools.
Three Uyghur brothers who fled into India a decade ago aim to seek asylum in Canada
Detained in India since escaping China’s Xinjiang province a decade ago, three Uyghur brothers now seek asylum in Canada due to the growing risk of deportation back to China.
US House panel urges further action Uyghur forced labor
In a new report, the House Select Committee on China recommended removing a loophole allowing apparel websites to sell clothes in the United States made by Uyghur forced labour.
European Commission chief’s comments on Uyghurs fall short of expectations
European Commission President discussed human rights issues with China’s Xi Jinping during a high-level meeting in Beijing, a topic usually avoided by European leaders when they visit the Chinese capital for talks.
UK’s Labour Party to recognize Uyghur genocide if it wins elections
The United Kingdom’s opposition Labour Party will aim to declare the Chinese government’s treatment of the Uyghurs a genocide if it wins the next general election.
Pakistan threatens to send Uyghur refugee families back to China
Police and intelligence officers showed up the home of a Uyghur refugee in Pakistan to warn him that he and his family would be repatriated to China if their U.N.-issued refugee cards weren’t renewed.
Uyghur asylum-seeker death heaps pressure on Thailand
The death of a 49-year-old Uyghur asylum-seeker in Thailand has prompted pleas from rights groups to find a humane solution to the plight of around 50 Uyghur men who have been detained for nine years.
Governor of China’s Xinjiang region cancels UK visit after backlash
The governor of China’s western region of Xinjiang will not be visiting Britain this week, according to the UK Foreign Office, after a backlash from MPs over alleged human rights abuses in the region.
Vietnam exporters fret over potential trade fallout of U.S. rules on Xinjiang
Concerned Vietnam-based exporters are seeking to ensure they comply with a U.S. ban on imported products using raw materials from China's Xinjiang.
Cross-party MPs shocked by Foreign Office talks with Xinjiang governor
The British Foreign Office has shocked cross-party opponents of the Chinese treatment of Uyghur groups by revealing that it has asked the Xinjiang governor for talks.
Event: China and the Power of Xi Jinping
As China attempts to reassert itself after harsh covid-19 lock-downs, what is President Xi Jinping’s vision for China in the world? And what are the implications of his agenda for other states in the region?