China has released a lengthy white paper that seeks to justify its anti-terrorism fight and de-radicalization measures in the western region of Xinjiang.
Uyghur People articles on Democracy Chronicles
The Uyghur people are a largely Muslim ethnic group that is native to Central Asia. The Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in China's west is under tight control of the central government. Also see our articles on China and Tibetan People.
China Just Disappeared a Prominent Uyghur Activist and His Family
In addition, the authorities disappeared Jiang’s father and sister, who were “escorted” by domestic security personnel. They have not been heard from since.
China Surveillance Firm Exposed Tracking Millions in Xinjiang
Chinese surveillance firm tracking the movements of more than 2.5 million people in Xinjiang, according to a data leak flagged by a Dutch internet expert.
Turkish-Chinese Relations on Edge After Diplomatic Blunder
A new video showing detained Uighur poet and musician Abdurehim Heyit in apparent good health has silenced reports of the renowned artist’s death.
China Rejects Turkey’s Criticism on Uyghurs and Denies Poet’s Death
China has rejected Turkey’s criticism of Beijing’s treatment of Uighurs and also denied that Uighur poet and musician has died.
Turkey Decries China’s Treatment of Uyghur Peoples
Turkey on Saturday condemned China’s treatment of its Muslim ethnic Uighur people as “a great embarrassment for humanity, adding to recent criticism.
Calling for Xinjiang Resolution at the UN Human Rights Council
U.N. Human rights Council to probe into Turkic Muslims being arbitrarily detained in “political education” camps across Xinjiang, region in northwest China.
UN Must Act to End China’s Mass Detentions in Xinjiang
The United Nations Human Rights Council should adopt a resolution establishing an international fact-finding mission to Xinjiang.
Apparel Firm Cuts off Chinese Factory in Internment Camp
A U.S. supplier of T-shirts and other team apparel to college bookstores cut its ties with a Chinese company that drew workers from an internment camp.
China’s Stage-Managed Xinjiang Tour Fooled No One
China’s authorities recently escorted diplomats from a dozen countries and a handful of foreign journalists on a highly controlled visit to Xinjiang.