China firmly opposes using so-called Xinjiang-related issues to interfere in China’s internal affairs and disrupt normal law enforcement cooperation between China and relevant countries under the pretext of human rights. Let me stress that the repatriation is carried out in accordance with the laws of China and Thailand as well as international law and common practices. China upholds the rule of law and has well-developed laws and regulations and working mechanisms in human rights protection in the judicial area. The achievements are there for all to see. People of all ethnic groups in China, including the Uyghurs in Xinjiang, fully enjoy economic, social, cultural, civil and political rights.

Certain countries and international organizations, in disregard of facts, have made unfounded accusations against the normal law enforcement cooperation between China and Thailand on combating smuggling and other cross-border illegal and criminal activities, even fabricated false narratives related to Xinjiang, and politicized this issue. 

Illegal migration and smuggling are recognized by all as crimes, which seriously disrupt the normal cross-border order. China will continue to strengthen international law enforcement cooperation with relevant countries to jointly address the challenge of smuggling and other cross-border crimes, guarantee the safe and orderly flow of Chinese and foreign nationals in accordance with the law, and protect the lawful rights and interests of inbound and outbound travelers.