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China: Pro-Colonisation Influencers

202413 minPG-13doc-short

Xinjiang, the historical homeland of the Uighurs in China, faces colonization efforts fueled by Chinese influencers promoting settlement in the region.

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China: Pro-Colonisation Influencers

2024• 13 minPG-13

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Xinjiang, the historical homeland of the Uighurs in China, faces colonization efforts fueled by Chinese influencers promoting settlement in the region.

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In the Xinjiang region of China, home to the Uighurs, a persecuted Muslim minority, open data reveals a campaign by Chinese influencers promoting the colonization of this area. These influencers utilize social media platforms to encourage migration to Xinjiang, framing it as an opportunity for economic growth and development. The documentary examines the implications of this movement, highlighting the intersection of nationalism and social media in shaping public perception and policy regarding the Uighurs and their homeland.

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