Xinjiang: Uyghurs

Acknowledged reports of human rights violations, including forced sterilization and the detention of over a million Uyghur Muslims in re-education camps. Stated that these issues have been raised bilaterally with China and at UN bodies.

Called for an independent inquiry into human rights violations, emphasising the need to weigh new evidence. Suggested a review of UK dependence on China and called for international cooperation against aggressive behavior.

Condemned actions by the CCP that infringe human rights, including forced IUD insertions and sterilization. Asked the Government to call for an impartial international investigation into Xinjiang.

Raised concerns about UK companies potentially benefiting from labour in re-education camps in Xinjiang, questioning their ability to operate freely.

Welcomes the consensus in the debate and calls for concrete action. Asks the Minister to promise investigations by UN observers of detention camps and forced sterilisation reports, and requests an audit of Government procurement contracts with Chinese companies.

Acknowledges the concerns raised about Xinjiang and supports the idea that British firms should conduct due diligence in their supply chains. Emphasises ongoing efforts to gain UN access to the region.

Calls for Magnitsky-style sanctions against Chinese Communist party officials involved in cultural genocide of Uyghur people. Asks the Minister for a commitment to using these sanctions.

Raises concerns about human rights abuses and due diligence in supply chains, urging the Government to ensure companies conduct thorough checks.

Calls for redoubled efforts by the Minister to raise China's human rights record directly with Chinese counterparts.

Describes the systematic oppression of Uyghur Muslims and calls on the Minister to condemn it fully. Asks if Magnitsky powers are being considered for personal sanctions against perpetrators.

Concerned about forced sterilisation reports, likening them to genocide and questioning whether business as usual is appropriate given the treatment of minorities in China.

Calls for more action from the Government, including taking this issue to the Security Council. Questions why such steps have not yet been taken.

Raises concerns about discrimination against Christians in China and asks what is being done to ensure freedom of religion remains a major campaign for the Government.

Highlights oppression of Tibetans and Uyghurs, including reports of sterilisation and eugenics. Asks about measures to gain access to evidence of surveillance technology aiding suppression.

The Uyghurs have been systematically persecuted for decades, with concentration camps built and forced sterilisation of women. I do not want to use any company that enables such practices and support public bodies expressing condemnation through boycotts.

Acknowledges the violations in Xinjiang but argues for a balanced approach, stating that political freedom and rule of law are essential for prosperity. He emphasises open discussions with China on human rights issues.

Supports the Minister's stance against Uyghur persecution but asks if the Government will give additional asylum support to Uyghurs seeking refuge in the UK.

Declares an interest as chair of the all-party group on the Uyghurs, calling for a UN resolution to investigate human rights violations in Xinjiang.

Considers Huawei's ethical standards in light of its involvement with Xinjiang Public Security Department and asks how the company can be compliant with UK ethical expectations.

Questions assurances about future UK-China relations given recent human rights violations, including organ transplants and forced sterilisation of Uyghur women.

Calls for a reset in Britain's relations with China unless it becomes a normal member of the international community due to its long list of unacceptable behaviours.

Presses for information on representations made to the UN and asks about protection measures for Uyghur women who have reported abuses.

Raises concerns over the implications of human rights violations in China for British Muslims, urging the Government to understand this as a critical issue for UK residents.

Questions the integrity of pursuing commercial agreements with Huawei given its ties to the Chinese Communist party and human rights violations in China.

Responded to a question regarding the challenge posed by Huawei and expressed concerns about human rights in Xinjiang, stating that the National Cyber Security Centre is reviewing the impact of US sanctions on UK networks.

Expressed concern over reports of guilt by association in Xinjiang leading to family detention, asking what steps are being taken to combat China's aggression against the Uyghur Muslim community.

Confirmed commitment to promoting human rights in Xinjiang through multilateral and bilateral activity with China, mentioning raising concerns at the UN Human Rights Council and during meetings with Chinese officials.

Critiqued the Minister's vague approach to encouraging due diligence and asked for concrete measures to enforce elimination of human rights abuses from technology supply chains linked to Xinjiang.

Acknowledged the importance of due diligence for British firms wishing to do business in the region and confirmed that enforcement will continue.

Requested an international delegation visit to Xinjiang and emphasised the need for global brands to scrutinize their supply chains regarding forced labour camps.

Agreed that companies must look closely at their supply chains due to concerns raised about human rights violations in Xinjiang.

Asked the Government to ensure post-Brexit trade deals do not come at the expense of human rights, emphasising that upholding values is non-negotiable.

Confirmed that human rights and values are not a zero-sum choice in securing trade deals with China, noting the importance of political freedom for long-term prosperity.

Asked about steps to ensure decisive action by the UN Human Rights Council on monitoring and reporting Chinese Government's treatment of Uyghurs.

Acknowledged ongoing efforts at the UN but noted that recent communications will not be the last on this issue.