International Sharp Review | What is the Real Xinjiang Like? Foreign envoys find answers and doubts | Report | Sharp review
"The Xinjiang we witnessed with our own eyes is completely different from what Western media said." Recently, Dominic Ambassador to China Martin Charles reluctantly concluded his first trip to Xinjiang. During the 5-day period, he and other ambassadors from 24 countries visited Kashgar, Kuche, Urumqi and other places, experiencing the local customs and economic and social development of Xinjiang on the spot. "The scenery is very beautiful, the people are very enthusiastic, the economy is very dynamic, and every stop is impressive... During the trip, envoys from multiple countries shared their experiences in Xinjiang with commentators from" International Sharp Review ", and they said," People should come and see the real Xinjiang. ".
Multiple envoys visiting the famous ancient city of Kashgar in Xinjiang, photographed by CCTV journalist Wu Qian
Like Martin Charles, many foreign envoys are visiting Xinjiang for the first time. Before leaving, they were puzzled by the large number of negative reports from Western media about Xinjiang: is that what Xinjiang really looks like? With such doubts in mind, they conducted in-depth visits to Xinjiang from July 31st to August 4th to find their answers.
The visiting delegation had a rich itinerary of engineering projects, scenic spots, old streets of ancient cities, and manufacturing enterprises, and experienced various aspects of Xinjiang. "We have seen water conservancy projects, agricultural projects, free trade zones, airports, tourist and cultural attractions, and exchanged ideas with the people here, feeling that Xinjiang is developing very well." In the view of Nicaragua's Ambassador to China, Campbell, Xinjiang's economy is developing rapidly, and the rights and freedoms of the people are fully protected. "This is completely different from the so-called 'human rights' issues hyped up by Western media.".
Iranian Ambassador to China, Bahtiyar, observed that modern irrigation networks have been established in cotton fields in Xinjiang, where cotton harvesters have significantly increased cotton production and improved the lives of ordinary people. They also use modern technology, such as drones, to sow pesticides. The envoys expressed that this is completely different from the so-called "forced labor" hyped up by Western media, because Xinjiang has already used the most advanced mechanical equipment. Martin Charles said that Xinjiang's positive image must be presented to the world, "telling the international community that the information disseminated by the West is false.".
Not only that, the envoys also had face-to-face communication with Islamic clergy, singing and dancing with the people of Xinjiang, and experiencing their daily lives. Samoan Ambassador to China Marina fell deeply in love with Xinjiang as a result. "Nang is my favorite, and everything here is great. The Islamic Academy in Xinjiang has well protected the cultural and historical traditions of ethnic minorities.". In Marina's view, it is difficult to understand the true China without coming to Xinjiang. "This is not only because Xinjiang is vast and has abundant resources, but also because of its long history and profound culture. I will definitely come again.".
The envoys danced with the people of Xinjiang, photographed by CCTV news reporter Wu Qian
There is an old Chinese saying that seeing is believing. In recent years, more than 2000 government officials, religious figures, and journalists from over 100 countries and international organizations have visited Xinjiang and witnessed its economic and social development firsthand. In the view of Guinea's diplomat in China, Kabba, the reason why Western media "demonized" Xinjiang is for political purposes and to smear China. "They only describe China they want the world to see, and do not care about the people living here.".
At the same time, the data also allows malicious lies to be easily debunked. By the end of 2020, Xinjiang will eliminate absolute poverty. In the first half of this year, Xinjiang achieved a regional GDP of 854.208 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 5.1%. From January to June this year, Xinjiang received a total of 102 million tourists, a year-on-year increase of 31.49%, and achieved tourism revenue of 92.276 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 73.64%. As the frontier area of western China's opening up, Xinjiang plays an important role in the construction of the "the Belt and Road". As of July 20, this year, the number of China Europe trains passing through the two ports of Khorgos and Alashankou in Xinjiang has exceeded 8000, with more than 200 types of goods transported
"We often say that since we have eyes, we need to see with our own eyes." This time, Martin Charles and foreign envoys told the world with their own eyes and experiences that the real Xinjiang is completely different from what some Western media reports. As Colombian Ambassador to China Kavrella said, if given the opportunity, one should take a walk and take a look in Xinjiang, get to know this beautiful region, and "be sure to tell your country's friends what it really looks like here.".
