Amnesty: Still no accountability for China's crimes against Uyghurs
9 days ago
- #Human Rights
- #China
- #Uyghur Muslims
- Amnesty International condemns lack of accountability for China's treatment of Uyghur Muslims in Xinjiang.
- UN report from three years ago detailed gross violations of international law against Uyghurs.
- Families of detainees seek truth, justice, and freedom for their loved ones.
- Family members report being prohibited from contact with detained relatives, causing immense suffering.
- 2022 report highlights human rights abuses including arbitrary detention, cultural suppression, and reproductive rights violations.
- Evidence suggests systematic forced sterilization and coerced birth control targeting Uyghur women.
- China's actions may constitute crimes against humanity and genocide under international law.
- Global efforts, including petitions and legislation, aim to hold China accountable but lack meaningful action.
- Amnesty urges international community to enforce compliance with UN conventions against torture and racial discrimination.