China’s ‘Ethnic Unity’ Law is Already Harming Uyghurs

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China's new 'Ethnic Unity' law, initially a regional campaign, has been codified into national legislation, leading to expanded restrictions on the Uyghur population that are now harder to challenge legally. This law reflects a broader national policy shift with significant human rights implications.

Government actions that could once be described as regional campaigns are now embedded in national legislation. Restrictions will become easier to expand and harder to challenge.