A digital illustration by Chinese propaganda artist mocks Western governments, media, and companies for criticizing Xinjiang labor conditions.
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Major Row Over Xinjiang Cotton Spreading
There is a row over Xinjiang cotton as clothing companies protest forced labor in Xinjiang to produce the cotton and China fights back.
Hong Kong Targets Art Deemed Critical of China
Hong Kong authorities are targeting art that is deemed critical of China. The excuse that has been used is “insult to the country”.
China Erasing H&M From Internet Amid Xinjiang Backlash
China is erasing H&M from the internet as part of its backlash against any businesses or individuals critiquing its actions in Xinjiang.
A Hard Time For Democracy In Asia
There is a hard time for democracy in Asia at the moment. This situation comes following four years of the Trump Presidency.
Trump Supporters And Falun Gong Are Using the Same App
Former President Trump’s supporters have turned to other social media like SafeChat, known for tolerating high-octane MAGA content.
Hong Kong’s Opposition Have Become Political Prisoners
In recent years and months Hong Kong has seen unyielding democracy protests. But the leaders have also become political prisoners.
Pro-Democracy Film ‘Red Brick Wall’ Pulled From Hong Kong Release
Hong Kong protest documentary “Inside the Red Brick Wall”, has been removed from a local cinema before the public could see it.
Hong Kong Activists Say Democracy Fight To Continue Abroad
Following Beijing’s sweeping crackdown, Hong Kong democracy activists intend to continue their fight among residents living abroad.
How China’s Communist Party Shaped Its Own Internet
The internet era has given Chinese people a sense of belonging, but it has also given the party more surveillance and power.