German State Secretary Michael Brand Urges China to Repeal Ethnic Unity Law

German Parliamentary State Secretary Michael Brand urged China to repeal its new Ethnic Unity Law, warning that it threatens Tibetan culture and other historic peoples. In a video statement reported from Geneva on July 1, 2026, Brand called the law a racist measure rooted in Han Chinese extremism and said the world must not stay silent as it targets Tibetan, Uyghur, and other communities. He said the law could become a model for other governments if left unchallenged. Representative Thinlay Chukki welcomed the statement and urged governments to defend Tibetan identity, language, and culture.