Calls for Release of Detained Individuals in China
Official: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securing the release of Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Jimmy Lai, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Ekpar Asat detained by the People's Republic of China during future engagements with Chinese President Xi Jingping.
This resolution expresses the Senate's view that the President should make the release of certain detained individuals a priority in discussions with China.
1. This resolution urges the President to focus on specific individuals detained in China during talks with its leader. 2. The resolution names six people, including pastors and activists, who are currently held by the Chinese government. 3. It emphasizes the importance of human rights in diplomatic discussions with China. 4. The resolution was agreed to by the Senate without any changes or amendments.
This resolution affects Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Jimmy Lai, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Ekpar Asat.