HRF continues to strongly condemn China’s detention of dissident artist Gao Zhen, who turned 70 behind bars on May 10. We join writers, artists, and human rights advocates in calling for his immediate release and reunion with his family.
The attention on the Uyghurs has been fading. Especially now under Trump, we have seen a decrease in overall attention to human rights. However, the visit is an opportunity for Trump to press Xi Jinping to end the crimes against humanity in Xinjiang.
Although President Trump said he will raise the cases of Jimmy Lai and Pastor Jin, human rights are unlikely to feature prominently in the Trump–Xi meeting, which is expected to focus on trade and security.
On the Chinese social media platform Douyin, Uyghur women have been posting short videos expressing longing for husbands who have been absent for years. The videos never mention that Beijing has detained them. "Everyone watching already understands."
‼️BREAKING: Zhang Xinyan is facing imminent deportation. She is believed to be taken to Thonburi Court for processing.
Sending Zhang, a recognized refugee, back to HK/China where she has a well-founded fear of persecution is against international law. Thailand needs to stop.