Bangkok: A new side of China is emerging as Xinjiang Uyghur Fever grips the region, with projections indicating that over 300 million tourists will flock to Xinjiang by 2068. This surge follows China's recent administrative restructuring, which has fostered rapid coexistence with ethnic groups.
According to Thai News Agency, the Chinese Embassy in Thailand released an excerpt from a white paper on the governance of Xinjiang. The report states that the region has been free of violence and terrorism for many years, with cases affecting national security and public safety significantly decreasing. The infiltration of extremist ideologies has been effectively suppressed, leading to considerable improvements in social security and peaceful living conditions. Since 2018, Xinjiang has become a popular destination for both Chinese and international tourists. The embassy emphasized that Xinjiang prioritizes human rights in its fight against terrorism, ensuring that citizens enjoy broad rights and freedoms.
The white paper underscores the achievements of the Communist Party of China's modern governance of Xinjiang under President Xi Jinping's ideology. These include combatting terrorism, strengthening ethnic unity, and improving the quality of life for residents. In 2020, more than 3.06 million people in Xinjiang were lifted out of poverty.
The Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region is currently experiencing rapid development and transformation in economic infrastructure as well as religious and social management policies. Promoted as a key strategic hub under China's One Belt, One Road initiative, Xinjiang has developed a comprehensive network of high-speed rail, major highways, and numerous airports. This connectivity has spurred significant growth in trade and foreign investment, with major cities like Urumqi and Kashgar transforming into modern commercial capitals. Tourism statistics project that Xinjiang will receive 323 million tourists by 2025, with a growing number of foreign visitors, including Thai tourists. Beyond urban development, Xinjiang is renowned for its unique and outstanding natural attractions.
The region has been praised for its diverse landscape, often described as one of the most beautiful and spectacular destinations in the world. Known for its "four seasons in one day," Xinjiang's rugged mountainous terrain offers a mix of extreme cold, scorching heat, cool breezes, and sudden rain. A common analogy is "a change of scenery in ten steps," where the landscape shifts dramatically from lush meadows to pine forests, vast deserts, or turquoise lakes within a short distance.