Despite the best efforts of the Chinese authorities, more leaks emerge of the logistics and the inhumane treatment, and the fear endured, by Uyghur detainees.
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Sermons Censored, Donations Seized at Patriotic Churches
Even government-approved Three-Self church faces control of preaching, mandated patriotism, and control of finances, in ongoing “sinicization” push.
Dalai Lama Gives Important Christmas Interview
He explains to the Hindustan Times how a decision on whether there will be a next Dalai Lama or not will be taken.
Muslims Forced out of Jobs, in Xinjiang and Beyond
Uyghurs working outside Xinjiang forced to return home, Huis in Xinjiang – to their places of origin, facing questions of how to support families.
Underground Catholics in Jiangxi May Lose Their Churches
Authorities are harassing underground Catholic churches in the Diocese of Yujiang, intimidating believers into joining the Chinese Patriotic Catholic Association.
Religious Books Banned and Destroyed by the State
New regulations are banning the sale of religious books, including the Bible, and churches and temples are threatened with the burning of scriptures.
Chinese Authorities Boycott Christmas
Churches have been ordered to get approvals to celebrate Christmas from multiple state institutions and people are forbidden from having Christmas decorations.
Underground Catholic Priest Arrested, Kept Under Surveillance
Government’s “patrol inspection team,” supervising religious affairs, has been stationed in Fuzhou city. Underground Catholic priests are the main targets.
Re-Education for Work or Travel Far from Home
Xinjiang residents set out to see the world, or to get good jobs across China. But they were ordered to return home to be detained and “transformed.”
Christians Flee Abroad, Their Families Face Threats
Police push the relatives of The Church of Almighty God members who have fled China to pressure believers to return, where they face arrest.