China stands accused of genocide against minority Uyghur people, as Sky News reveals how the other countries are being pressurised to do its bidding.

Whistle blowers say that they have been asked to spy on friends and family, with others report that their loved ones have simply disappeared without a trace.

The United Arab Emirates, Turkey and other nations were said to cooperating with the covert action around the world.

A Chinese government representative told Sky News that the claims were 'all lies and smears'.

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