Tag: World Uyghur Congress
70 Years of “Autonomy” in East Turkistan: Rights in Theory and Practice
On the 70th anniversary of the so-called Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Dolkun Isa exposes how Beijing’s promise of autonomy in East Turkistan remains a façade, with systemic violations of political, economic, cultural, and religious rights.
Justice for Tiananmen is the JUSTICE FOR ALL
Dolkun Isa, the ex. President of the World Uyghur Congress, commemorates the 36th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre by drawing a powerful connection between the 1989 atrocity and China’s continued oppression in East Turkistan. He calls for international solidarity and justice for all victims of Chinese authoritarianism.
Thailand Faces Backlash Over Plans to Deport 48 Uyghurs to China
Thailand faces global backlash for plans to deport 48 Uyghur detainees to China, sparking protests and raising concerns over human rights violations and international law obligations.
Uyghur Democratic Reform Movement Calls for Global Unity and Support Ahead of Pivotal Congress
Uyghur scholars and intellectuals urge global unity and support for the Uyghur cause ahead of the 2024 World Uyghur Congress General Assembly in Sarajevo. The movement seeks to strengthen democratic reforms, counter Chinese repression, and build international alliances.