Different narratives lead to different decisions. They should be examined one by one. We start with the existence of a religious persecution in China.
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Church of Almighty God Refugees Asylum Claims. 1. The Country of Origin Information (COI)
The notion of COI is in itself ambiguous. However, the more recent COI dealing with The Church of Almighty God are often better and more reliable than the older ones.
Guangdong, Shengja Church: Leaders Sentenced for “Illegal Business Operations”
Printing and selling for a small fee Christian literature is now regarded as sufficient to throw fraud charges at house church preachers and elders.
Stories of Uyghurs in Syria: Love Under the Bombs
The war years were hell for Syrians but sometimes paradise for the Uyghurs, who were better off there that under Chinese persecution. Some even found love.
A Micro-Totalitarian Maoist Group in France: Julie Pagis’ “Le Prophète Rouge”
A fascinating work of sociology raises questions on Maoism, Maoists in the West, charisma, and submission.
Sabah, Malaysia: A Textbook Example of How Chinese Influence Operates
A new report by Sinopsis shows the importance of China’s “soft power” campaigns to coopt the elites of other countries.
Denied Asylum in Italy, Church of Almighty God Member Was Arrested and Tortured in China
An exclusive testimony documents a tragedy. “Bitter Winter” knows its source and is confident the story is true.
My Friend and His “Expensive” Girlfriend: How a Uyghur Musician Ended Up in Syria
A journey from cheerful musician to fighter. China may call it radicalization. I see it as part of a generation’s religious awakening.
China: Exams for Muslim Imams—on Xi Jinping’s Thought on Religion
In Hunan, Hui imams should pass a test: but the main subject matters of the exam are the Secretary General’s speeches and the new regulations on religions.
Thailand, China’s United Front and the “Buddha Teeth Diplomacy”
Bringing abroad Buddhist relics kept in China is used as a tool for Chinese propaganda and for spreading the lie that the CCP promotes religious liberty.