Sinicizing Islam: Mosques and Minority Repression

This chapter examines the Chinese government's efforts to sinicize Islam through new architectural guidelines for mosques, particularly in Gansu province. It highlights the repression of the Uyghur population in Xinjiang and the distinct experiences of the Hui community, revealing increasing scrutiny and possible tensions between state authority and religious practices. The discussion emphasizes the socio-political dynamics at play, including the Communist Party's strategy towards minority groups amid fears of Islamic militancy.