Concerns and recommendations

On the occasion of the upcoming UK-China human rights dialogue in April 2014, this report draws attention to a number of key concerns relation to the right to freedom of religion or belief in China. Key concerns remain over registration, religious rights defenders and ethnic minorities.
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Concerns and recommendations

Executive Summary

On the occasion of the upcoming UK-China human rights dialogue in April 2014, Christian Solidarity Worldwide wishes to draw attention to a number of key concerns relating to the right to freedom of religion or belief.

While there has been an improvement in the de facto level of religious freedom for some religious groups and individuals in many parts of the country, significant concerns remain:

  • Registration and the law
  • Ethnic minority areas
  • Religious rights defenders

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Published Online
29th May 2014
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East Asia, China

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