China imposed sanctions on Canadian organizations working for Uighur Muslims.

China has talked about human rights many times during the Gaza war, but whenever it comes to Uighur Muslims, China seems to be lagging behind all human rights values. Something similar has been seen once again. China has imposed sanctions on two Canadian organizations and 20 individuals working for Uighur Muslims.

According to this decision, which came into effect on Saturday, all movable and immovable assets and other types of assets of the Uyghur Rights Advocacy Project and the Canada-Tibet Committee and their employees have been confiscated. Apart from this, the banned persons will not be given a China visa, they have been banned from visiting any area of ​​the country including special administrative regions like Hong Kong and Macau.

Sanctions imposed in response to Canadian sanctions

Earlier this month, Canada imposed sanctions against eight former and current Chinese officials, citing alleged human rights violations in Xinjiang and Zhejiang. China's recent sanctions are believed to be a retaliatory action.

Beijing protested Canada's sanctions and strongly condemned Ottawa. In its statement, China called on Canada to immediately correct its wrongdoings and vowed to take all necessary measures to safeguard China's sovereignty, security and development interests.

“China ban political stunt”

At a media conference earlier this month, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning described the sanctions as a political stunt carried out by some Canadian political figures under the pretext of human rights to advance an unimaginable agenda and please the US.

Reaction of organizations to the ban

In response to China's actions, Mehmet Tohti said, "We accept the sanctions as a sign of respect. They do not deter us but strengthen our determination. It confirms that we are on the right path." Tohti emphasized URAP's dedication to its mission, which aims to keep international attention focused on the situation in China.

Meanwhile, the Canadian Tibet Committee said, “This move truly strengthens our resolve to stay on this path and advocate for policies that bring a just and equitable solution to the ongoing harsh occupation and repression in Tibet.”