GENEVA – October 1, 2025 — United Nations human rights experts have condemned China’s escalating crackdown on Uyghur cultural expression, naming jailed Uyghur artist Yashar Shohret (Uigga) and disappeared scholar Rahile Dawut as emblematic victims. “These cases reflect deeply troubling patterns where cultural identity, artistic creativity, and academic work are […]

White paper praises Xinjiang “achievements” while ignoring decades of repression, forced labor, and genocide. By Alp Uyghur China released a new white paper on September 22 claiming “unprecedented economic and social progress” in Xinjiang and presenting the 70th anniversary of the so-called Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region as a success story. […]

By Alp Uyghur China’s state media recently reported that over 60 foreign parliamentarians visited the Uyghur homeland between September 11 and 13, with Xinhua highlighting the “impressive achievements” of the region’s economic and social development. According to the report, the visitors toured cities including Kashgar, Ili, and Aksu, visiting religious […]