Thailand deported 40 Uyghur asylum seekers to China, despite warnings of potential torture and imprisonment. The Uyghurs were part of a group arrested in 2014 after fleeing China to seek protection in Thailand. Rights groups and Thai lawmakers condemned the move, calling it a violation of human rights. Officials in China stated that the deportation was carried out in accordance with laws in both countries and that the individuals’ legal rights were protected. Despite this, concerns remain that the deported Uyghurs could face mistreatment in China. The deportation raised concerns among international rights groups, including the United Nations.
The Thai government’s decision to deport the Uyghurs has been met with criticism, with calls for a better resolution to the situation. U.N. experts warned that the Uyghur detainees were at risk of torture if returned to China. Rights groups have criticized Thailand’s treatment of the Uyghurs in detention, including denying them access to family members and legal representation. The deportation comes amidst ongoing concerns about the treatment of Uyghurs in China, with accusations of discrimination and suppression of their cultural identity. The U.S. has condemned China’s policies towards Uyghurs, including allegations of genocide. U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, had lobbied Thailand not to deport the Uyghur detainees, proposing practical options to protect their human rights. Thailand’s decision to deport the Uyghurs has sparked international outcry and calls for further action to protect the rights of vulnerable populations.
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