Two Uyghur Men Face Imminent Deportation from Thailand
A civil society coalition reports that two Uyghur men are at risk of being deported to China, while the status of 40 others previously returned remains unclear.
According to a briefing note from a Thai civil society network and a joint statement by the Coalition for the Rights of Refugees and Stateless Persons, two Uyghur men are currently being held incommunicado in Thailand and face imminent deportation to China. The report, dated October 29 and released on October 31, 2026, highlights growing concerns regarding the safety of these individuals. Furthermore, the coalition noted that the current whereabouts and well-being of 40 other Uyghurs who were previously returned to China remain unknown. For residents and travelers, this situation underscores ongoing international scrutiny regarding Thailand's handling of asylum seekers and refugees. While the Thai government has not issued a formal response to these specific allegations, the lack of transparency surrounding the fate of those previously deported continues to draw criticism from human rights organizations. It remains to be confirmed whether the deportation of the two men will proceed as feared or if international intervention might alter the outcome. Observers are closely monitoring the situation for further updates from official sources.
