
What To Do About Xinjiang
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The Repression of Uyghurs in Xinjiang
This chapter explores the drastic policy changes in Xinjiang initiated by the Chinese Communist Party in 2017, which led to the establishment of detention facilities targeting Uyghur and Turkic Muslim minorities. It analyzes the motivations behind this shift, including national security concerns and the impact of leadership changes, while criticizing the excessive responses to perceived threats. Additionally, the chapter discusses the complexities of U.S. foreign policy regarding human rights in Xinjiang and the need for a coordinated international approach to address these violations.
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