China's 'transnational repression' intimidates critics in Japan: report

Beijing undermines activities 'threatening to one-party rule,' Human Rights Watch says

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Chinese authorities have exerted pressure on activists in Japan either directly or through their relatives in China, according to people interviewed by Human Rights Watch. © Reuters

KENJI KAWASE, Nikkei Asia chief business news correspondent

HONG KONG -- China's government is intimidating Chinese residents in Japan who are involved in activities critical of Beijing, according to a report by Human Rights Watch (HRW) published on Thursday.

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