NEW: U.S. imposes visa restrictions on Chinese officials accused of 'repressive acts' against ethnic and religious minorities
The U.S. is restricting the visas of Chinese officials accused of "repressive acts" against ethnic and religious minorities,The officials are believed to be responsible for, or complicit in, efforts to repress religious and spiritual practitioners, members of ethnic minority groups, dissidents, human rights defenders, journalists, labor organizers, civil society organizers, and peaceful protestors both in and outside China.
"The United States rejects efforts by PRC officials to harass, intimidate, surveil, and abduct members of ethnic and religious minority groups, including those who seek safety abroad, and U.S. citizens, who speak out on behalf of these vulnerable populations," the State Department wrote.
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