Chinese authorities close Uyghur wells but leave Han Chinese ones, sparking resource access concerns.
Chinese authorities have closed water wells in three Xinjiang villages, claiming they were illegally dug by Uyghur farmers. This action comes after 46 illegal wells, dug by Han Chinese settlers, were found nearby but left untouched. Critics argue the move disproportionately harms Uyghur communities, raising concerns over water scarcity and resource access.
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