The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has expressed concerns about China’s increasing transnational repression and surveillance activities, alongside ongoing human rights abuses against Uyghurs. On January 30, the WUC submitted a detailed briefing to the United Nations Working Group on Enforced or Involuntary Disappearances outlining these issues.
The briefing emphasizes the risks posed by China’s expanding surveillance network beyond its borders and calls for international accountability. The WUC urges global institutions to address the human rights crisis affecting Uyghurs and to monitor China’s actions more closely.
**Why this matters**
China’s transnational repression and surveillance efforts have implications for global human rights and international law. The targeting of Uyghurs and other minorities raises concerns about state-sponsored abuses extending beyond national boundaries. Increased awareness and action by international bodies are crucial to protect vulnerable communities and uphold human rights standards worldwide.
Source: NewsData