Bipartisan Push: U.S. Congress Tackles China on Security and Human Rights

Bipartisan efforts are underway in the U.S. Congress to address China's human rights abuses and security threats as lawmakers prepare to introduce three significant bills this week. Spearheaded by both Democratic and Republican senators, the legislation underscores a firm stance on China's treatment of minority groups and Taiwan.

Despite President Trump's concentration on trade with Beijing, congressional voices express fears of neglecting essential security commitments. Bonnie Glaser from the German Marshall Fund highlighted the emerging gaps between Trump's trade priorities and Congress's security concerns, noting bipartisan consensus on adopting a hardline approach towards China.

Among the legislative proposals, one bill targets Chinese officials involved in Uyghur ethnic minority suppression, while another aims to fortify Taiwan's diplomatic standing. The third focuses on countering transnational repression. The U.S.-China economic talks continue as these security issues play out in the backdrop of trade negotiations.

(With inputs from agencies.)