Immigration authorities often misunderstand the CAG refugees’ attitude to the person they worship as Almighty God and to the family.
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Church of Almighty God Refugees Asylum Claims. 5. The Credibility of Individual CAG Members
Some applications for asylum by CAG refugees were rejected based on the argument that their stories were not “credible.”
Church of Almighty God Refugees Asylum Claims. 4. How Do You Prove to Be a CAG Member?
While accusations that CAG “commits crimes” have become less fashionable, asylum claims are still rejected when the authorities are not persuaded the refugee is “really” a member of the church.
Church of Almighty God Refugees Asylum Claims. 3. Article 300 of the Chinese Criminal Code
That article 300 only punishes “leaders” or “criminal” members of CAG is false. Being active in the CAG in any capacity is enough to go to jail. by Massimo Introvigne, James T. Richardson, and Rosita Šorytė Article 3 of 9. Read article 1 and article 2....
Church of Almighty God Refugees Asylum Claims. 2. Reasons for Granting or Denying Asylum
Different narratives lead to different decisions. They should be examined one by one. We start with the existence of a religious persecution in China.
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.
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.
Daoism under Sinicization. 4. The Sad Life of “Sinicized” Daoists
Harassment and political indoctrination try to transform Daoists into mouthpieces for the regime—which also wants to control Daoists abroad.
Daoism under Sinicization. 3. The Fate of Monastic Daoism
Even the quintessentially Chinese Daoism is subject to “Sinicization,” resulting in suppression of monasteries and even tombs.