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China accused of targeting overseas citizens for political activism

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Activists from Amnesty International march in support of the Uyghurs during Chinese President Xi Jinping's two-day state visit to France on May 6. [AFP]

China is targeting citizens studying abroad for their political activism, rights group Amnesty International said Monday, with some students reporting harassment of family members back home.

China does not tolerate political dissent and has used sophisticated tech tools as well as intimidation to crack down on domestic protesters and activists.

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