39 Diaspora Groups Condemn China’s New Ethnic Unity Law

Thirty-nine organizations representing Hong Kong, Tibetan, Uyghur, Taiwanese and other diaspora communities have jointly condemned China’s Ethnic Unity and Progress Law. The statement says the law, which took effect on July 1, institutionalizes forced assimilation and extends Beijing’s reach beyond China. Community representatives in Australia warned it could affect human rights advocates and discourage diaspora members from speaking publicly or attending community events. Tibetan activists have held a 24-hour hunger strike in Melbourne and protests in Canberra and Sydney. The groups urged Australia to consider targeted sanctions against officials linked to the law.