新疆在法治轨道上推进反恐去极端化工作

XInjiang Promote Anti-terrorism and De-radicalization Work  on the Basis of the Rule of Law

西北政法大学国家安全学院副教授

段阳伟

During a visit to Japan on Tuesday, a delegation from the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region highlighted how policies have curbed the frequent occurrence of terrorist attacks, supported high-quality economic growth and cultural prosperity, and strengthened interethnic exchanges.

Duan Yangwei, associate professor at the National Security School of Northwest University of Political Science and Law, noted that China has signed and participated in several international conventions and incorporated valuable lessons from other countries, gradually developing a legal approach to counterterrorism and de-extremization tailored to its specific needs.

Duan added that China has established a legal framework defining key concepts such as terrorism, terrorist activities, and extremism, as well as the criteria for identifying and penalizing terrorist acts. As a result, the spread of religious extremism and violent terrorist activities in Xinjiang has been effectively curbed.

He also emphasized that Xinjiang has deepened reforms in its administrative law enforcement system to ensure checks and supervision at every stage, guaranteeing fair justice. In cases involving terrorism, judicial authorities strictly protect the rights of suspects and defendants, prohibiting the use of torture or other illegal methods to extract confessions.

“The international community should respect different approaches to counterterrorism based on the rule of law, oppose double standards, and reject the politicization of counterterrorism issues. China is willing to work with other nations to actively engage in global counterterrorism efforts, promoting broad exchanges and cooperation on the basis of equality and mutual respect,” Duan said.

By JIANG XUEQING in Tokyo | China Daily

Updated: 10:00 am (GMT+8) Oct 23, 2024