Thailand's decision to deport 40 Uyghurs to China has sparked outrage from the UN and US officials, highlighting fears about the treatment of these men in China amidst ongoing crackdowns on Uyghurs. Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized the move as a betrayal of Thailand's commitment to human rights and protection of vulnerable populations. The UN High Commissioner emphasized the violation of international human rights standards, calling for transparency regarding the men’s treatment. Thai authorities defended their actions by claiming that China assured the men's safety and that they returned voluntarily.
The UN and the US rebuked Thailand over its decision to deport at least 40 Uyghurs to China, citing concerns over human rights violations.
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk condemned the deportation, calling it a clear violation of international laws, urging for accountability from China.
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