Controversy Erupts Over Palestinian Leader's Support for China's Xinjiang Policy and Its Impact on Palestine-Israel Peace Process.

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas expressed support for China's treatment of Muslim Uyghurs in Xinjiang during his visit to Beijing, drawing criticism from politicians and rights activists. The United States and some other countries have designated China's treatment of Uyghurs and other Muslims in Xinjiang as genocide, and the U.N. human rights office has stated that China's actions in Xinjiang may constitute crimes against humanity. Abbas' endorsement of China's policies and denial of the mistreatment of Muslims in Xinjiang were seen as posturing to enhance China's global standing and express dissatisfaction with the Biden administration's approach to the Palestinian issue.