Opinion: Thailand's deportation of Uyghurs to China has echoes of 10 years ago
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The article discusses the alarming similarities between Thailand's recent actions regarding Uyghur refugees and its actions from 2015. In both instances, the Thai government has deported Uyghurs fleeing persecution in China, despite international outcry and offers from other countries to take the refugees. The situation illustrates the delicate balance Thailand must maintain in its diplomatic relations with China, as suggested by officials fearing retaliation for allowing Uyghur resettlement elsewhere. The U.S. State Department's classification of China's actions as genocide further emphasizes the international dimension of this human rights issue.
Thailand's recent deportation of Uyghurs mirrors its controversial actions in 2015, raising concerns about human rights and the influence of China.
The Thai government faced international backlash for sending Uyghurs back to China, echoing the criticism received in 2015 when 109 were deported.
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