German Chancellor Merkel Challenges China on Human Rights
by Dr. D ~ August 27th, 2007
We have been posting recently about the poor treatment of religious groups and minorities in China. German Chancellor Angela Merkel is quoted as being critical of China’s human rights record in a speech during an official visit to China. Merkel was particularly critical of the Chinese government on their treatment of minorities, religious groups, and journalists.
It is really good to see an official from a Western government going on record and publicly calling Chinese government on their human rights violations. It was particularly poignant since it was done in Beijing itself. A major ‘loss of face’ for the Red Chinese and long overdue. *Top
September 3rd, 2007 at 12:22 pm
He is 100% right. It is about time leaders stand up and do the right thing. Good for him and good for Germany!!