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Protesters Threatened

September 2, 2013;

Chinese authorities in Zatoe County in Qinghai province have threatened “serious actions” if protesters resume their demonstrations against mining activities in the area. Around 500 Chinese miners arrived there in May, prompting a protest by over 4000 Tibetans which resulted in clashes, injuries and arrests. Mining was resumed and protest leaders subjected to “political education” classes. One person, Ketsa Sonam, is still missing.

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