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The persecution of a people: China’s repression of the Uyghurs

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Cultural Revival Amidst Repression: The Dongba Script and Nashi Heritage

This chapter examines the resurgence of the Dongba script in Yunnan, fueled by tourism and government backing, while highlighting the diminishing traditional usage among Dongba priests. It contrasts this revival with the repression of the Uyghurs and features a father's reflections on instilling cultural heritage in his son's education.

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