China's new 'ethnic unity' law threatens Tibetans in Europe with persecution (euobserver.com)

• China's 'ethnic unity' law takes effect July 1, codifying assimilation policies.
• Article 63 allows transnational repression against diaspora for undermining 'ethnic unity.'
• European citizens of Tibetan origin risk arrest and torture when visiting China.
• UN rapporteurs and European Parliament have condemned the law.

"China's 'Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress' effective July 1 codifies assimilation policies against Tibetans, Uyghurs, and Mongols. Article 63 allows prosecution abroad for undermining 'ethnic unity,' exposing European citizens of Tibetan origin to arbitrary arrest if they visit China. The EU is urged to appoint a Tibet special representative and impose sanctions."