Morocco's Controversial Deportation of Uyghur Activist
In a significant and controversial move, Morocco has expelled Dolkun Isa, a prominent Uyghur activist and former president of the World Uyghur Congress (WUC), upon his arrival in Casablanca on July 20. Isa was in Morocco to attend an international summit focused on religious freedom, which sparked widespread condemnation from the WUC. The organization stated that Isa was detained by immigration authorities for approximately 15 hours before being sent back to Germany, preventing him from participating in the conference.
The WUC reported that Moroccan authorities issued a notice from the Ministry of the Interior and the General Directorate of National Security, prohibiting Isa from entering the country. This expulsion has been framed by the WUC as part of a broader trend of what they describe as "transnational repression" targeting Uyghur activists worldwide. The organization has called for an explanation from the Moroccan government, questioning whether the decision was influenced by the Chinese government and demanding the cancellation of political files against Isa.
Furthermore, the WUC urged Germany, the European Union, the United Nations, and human rights organizations to hold Morocco accountable for this action. The incident highlights the complicated geopolitical dynamics surrounding the Uyghur issue, as activists face increasing scrutiny and repression in various countries.
As reported by yabiladi.com.
