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Uyghurs
China’s Not So Secret War on Religion
By Steve Finch
‘Recent developments indicate increased measures to control Islam and Christianity.’
Using 'Internal Soft Power' to Fight Terrorism in China
By Jin Kai
China should address the root cause of terrorism: feelings of alienation and isolation among minorities.
Uyghurs, Terrorism, and Civil Rights
By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, the FBI's investigation of Chinese cyber spies, an ancient Chinese map, and Obama's West Point speech. China links.
Counterterrorism, 'Ethnic Unity' the Focus as Xi Visits Xinjiang
By Shannon Tiezzi
Xi's visit to Xinjiang reveals a focus on counterterrorism and continued economic development.
Suspected Uyghurs Rescued in Thai Raid of Human Trafficking Camp
By Shannon Tiezzi
200 refugees rumored to be Chinese Uyghurs were rescued from a human trafficking camp in Thailand last week.
6 Dead After Knife Attack in China
By Shannon Tiezzi
Reports suggesting a Uyghur was behind a knife attack in Changsha could lead to inflamed ethnic tensions in China.
Implications of the Kunming Terrorist Attack
By Shannon Tiezzi
The Diplomat speaks with Dr. Sean Roberts about the implications of the Kunming knife attack.
Is the Kunming Knife Attack China’s 9-11?
By Shannon Tiezzi
The deadly attack in Kunming may forever change the way China thinks about and deals with terrorism.
Xinjiang Trouble Echoes in Kyrgyzstan
By Ryskeldi Satke
A recent shootout near the Chinese border raises questions.
Who Is Fighting China's War On Terror?
China steps up its international counterterrorism efforts with the help of two unlikely allies: Pakistan and the U.S.
Who Are the Uyghurs Really?
After growing up in post-9/11 America, living among Uyghurs changed my perception of Muslims.
China’s Brutal Crackdown in Xinjiang
Beijing continues to pursue iron-fist policies in the western province—and blames the West for the results.