In a chilling report by The Irish Times, a naturalized Irish citizen recounts being targeted by the Chinese regime even after seeking refuge in Dublin.
In April 2025, The Irish Times published a powerful and disturbing article that has since drawn national and international attention. Titled “An Irish citizen under China’s eye in Dublin: ‘I came to Ireland to escape this. It’s scary,’” the piece focuses on the lived reality of an Irish Uyghur who continues to experience fear and intimidation — despite being a citizen of a free democratic country.
The article features a prominent member of the Irish Uyghur Cultural Association, whose identity is protected for safety reasons. It explores the chilling extent of the transnational repression Uyghurs face, even in exile.
“It’s terrifying to know that the surveillance never ends. I thought I had escaped — but now I realize, I’m still being watched.”
From digital harassment to attempts at coercion via relatives in East Turkistan, the report paints a picture of how the Chinese government’s reach can still threaten those far from its borders. The article also raises key questions about Ireland’s responsibility to protect citizens and residents from foreign authoritarian influence.
📰 Read the full article on The Irish Times
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