ISTANBUL -- China is pushing back harder against Turkey's disapproval of its treatment of its minority Uighur Muslim population, using economic muscle to stifle criticism.
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China ramps up pressure on Turkey over Uighur policy
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Ethnic Uighur protesters hold East Turkestan and Turkish flags at a demonstration against China in Istanbul last month. Turkey’s government is seeking to integrate its strategically important position between Asia and Europe into China’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative. © Reuters
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