U.S. Sanctions Thai Officials Over Deportation of Uyghurs to China

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced sanctions on Friday against Thai officials involved in the deportation of at least 40 Uyghurs to China. Washington has condemned the move, arguing that the deported individuals are at risk of persecution by Chinese authorities.

Thailand, a key U.S. ally in Southeast Asia, now faces diplomatic pressure over its handling of Uyghur asylum seekers. The sanctions highlight ongoing tensions between the U.S. and China over human rights issues, as Washington continues to push back against Beijing’s treatment of the Muslim minority group.