Minority Region Collects DNA from Millions - Private Information Gathered by Police, Under Guise of Public Health Program

Human Rights Watch

13 Dec

Written By Lina K

Chinese authorities in Xinjiang are collecting DNA samples, fingerprints, iris scans, and blood types of all residents in the region between the age of 12 and 65, Human Rights Watch said today. This campaign significantly expands authorities’ collection of biodata beyond previous government efforts in the region, which only required all passport applicants in Xinjiang to supply biometrics.

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Lina K

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