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Why is China Banning Baby Names and Beards in Xinjiang?
By Peter Irwin
Crucial to understanding China’s recent moves in the region is a piece of legislation that quietly took effect on April 1.
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The Complex Impact of Urbanization in Xinjiang
December 16, 2015
The Complex Impact of Urbanization in Xinjiang
There’s a logic to China’s urbanization scheme, but its social and cultural impacts are complex.
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The Complex Impact of Urbanization in Xinjiang
China's 'Protracted War' in Xinjiang
October 03, 2015
China's 'Protracted War' in Xinjiang
One of China's top leaders preaches stability and ethnic unity in Xinjiang, even as news of more violence emerges.
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China's 'Protracted War' in Xinjiang
Al-Qaeda Declares War on China, Too
October 22, 2014
Al-Qaeda Declares War on China, Too
Al-Qaeda has joined the Islamic State in calling for jihad against China for its Uyghur policies.
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Al-Qaeda Declares War on China, Too
China Is Losing War on Terror
August 04, 2014
China Is Losing War on Terror
All evidence suggests that China is losing its new war on Uyghur terrorism.
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China Is Losing War on Terror
Why China's Terrorists are Targeting Train Stations
May 09, 2014
Why China's Terrorists are Targeting Train Stations
The decision by Uighur separatists to target Chinese rail stations is both symbolic and strategic
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Why China's Terrorists are Targeting Train Stations
Explosion Rocks Train Station in Xinjiang's Capital
April 30, 2014
Explosion Rocks Train Station in Xinjiang's Capital
An explosion at Xinjiang's biggest train station Wednesday night killed three and injured 79.
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Explosion Rocks Train Station in Xinjiang's Capital
Xinjiang Party Secretary Talks Terrorism After Kunming Attack
March 08, 2014
Xinjiang Party Secretary Talks Terrorism After Kunming Attack
Plus a round-up of other NPC speeches and remarks. Friday China links.
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Xinjiang Party Secretary Talks Terrorism After Kunming Attack
Is the Kunming Knife Attack China’s 9-11?
March 04, 2014
Is the Kunming Knife Attack China’s 9-11?
The deadly attack in Kunming may forever change the way China thinks about and deals with terrorism.
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Is the Kunming Knife Attack China’s 9-11?
China, Uyghur Activists Dispute Nature of Latest Xinjiang Violence
December 17, 2013
China, Uyghur Activists Dispute Nature of Latest Xinjiang Violence
As more violence erupts in Xinjiang, Beijing and Uyghur activists fight to control the narrative.
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China, Uyghur Activists Dispute Nature of Latest Xinjiang Violence
China’s “New Kind of Terrorism” is Winning Hearts and Minds
July 24, 2013
China’s “New Kind of Terrorism” is Winning Hearts and Minds
Many Chinese are sympathizing with last weekend’s Beijing airport bomber. It’s not the first time.
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China’s “New Kind of Terrorism” is Winning Hearts and Minds
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Asanga Abeyagoonasekera on Sri Lanka's Foreign Policy Challenges
February 12, 2019
Asanga Abeyagoonasekera on Sri Lanka's Foreign Policy Challenges
The Diplomat talks with Asanga Abeyagoonasekera about the future trajectory of Sri Lanka’s foreign policy challenges.
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