Geneva: On July 19, it was reported that China was asking the United Nations human rights chief to bury a highly-anticipated report on human rights violations in Xinjiang. The letter authored by China expressed “grave concern” about the Xinjiang report and aims to halt its release, said four sources. United Nations High Commissioner Michelle Bachelet has faced severe criticism from civil society for being too soft on China during a May visit.
[7/19, 11:21 PM] Alina: China struggles to get report on Xinjiang canceled

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