PIONEERING REPRESENTATION AND ADVOCACY FOR THE UYGHUR COMMUNITY IN JAPAN: A CASE STUDY OF ARFIYA ERI'S ELECTION AND ITS IMPLICATIONS

Yıl 2023, Cilt: - Sayı: 22, 1 - 23, 25.12.2023

Habib Badawi

https://doi.org/10.46400/uygur.1331793

Öz

This academic study delves into the political trajectory of Arfiya Eri, a 34-year-old Uyghur-Japanese politician, examining her groundbreaking role in representing and advocating for the Uyghur community in Japan. By undertaking a comprehensive analysis of her background, election campaign, and subsequent actions in the Japanese Parliament, this study aims to explore the profound significance of her election. Furthermore, it delves into its potential implications for the Uyghur diaspora community and international efforts to address human rights abuses in Xinjiang. Additionally, the study investigates the prospective impact of Eri's election on fostering diversity and inclusivity in Japanese politics.
The methodology for this research is qualitative and entails the analysis of primary and secondary sources to discern China's motives. Primary sources encompass official documents, while secondary sources include news reports, scholarly articles, and think tank reports. This analysis was conducted through a comprehensive literature review of these sources. The literature was then scrutinized to deduce China's motives for this expansion.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Uyghur Studies, Japanese Studies, Diaspora, Advocacy, Elections

Destekleyen Kurum

None

Teşekkür

I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the brilliant idea of publishing my research in Uluslararas Uygur Araştrmalar Dergisi. It is an honor and privilege to have my work featured in such a prestigious and influential journal. As an Arab scholar in Japanese studies and a strong advocate for Uyghur rights, both as human rights and in alignment with my Muslim beliefs, I am deeply committed to raising awareness about the challenges faced by the Uyghur community. Human rights violations in Xinjiang require global attention and collaborative efforts to promote justice and empathy. Having my research included in Uluslararas Uygur Araştrmalar Dergisi provides a significant platform to contribute to the scholarly discourse on this critical issue. I sincerely appreciate your institution's commitment to fostering dialogue and knowledge dissemination in Uyghur studies. I thank Prof. ÖGER and the entire editorial team. I appreciate their dedication and efforts to rigorous research in Uyghur studies. Your support and encouragement are invaluable to me and all researchers working towards shedding light on the challenges faced by the Uyghur community. I hope that through our collective efforts, we can make a meaningful impact by advocating for the rights and well-being of the Uyghur people. Your institution's commitment to scholarly excellence and inclusivity sets a commendable example for academia as a whole. Thank you again for this remarkable opportunity to contribute to Uluslararas Uygur Araştrmalar Dergisi. I look forward to continuing my academic journey and collaborating with your esteemed institution. I want to address the critical issues affecting the Uyghur community. With the utmost respect and appreciation, Habib Badawi

JAPONYA'DAKİ UYGUR TOPLULUĞU İÇİN ÖNCÜ TEMSİL VE SAVUNUCULUK: ARFİYA ERİ'NİN SEÇİLMESİ VE SONUÇLARI ÜZERİNE BİR VAKA ÇALIŞMASI

Öz

Bu akademik çalışma, 34 yaşındaki Uygur-Japon siyasetçi Arfiya Eri’nin siyasi yörüngesini inceleyerek Japonya'daki Uygur toplumunu temsil etme ve savunmada çığır açan rolünü irdelemektedir. Makale, Arfiya Eri’nin geçmişi, seçim kampanyası ve Japon Parlamentosu’ndaki müteakip faaliyetlerinin kapsamlı bir analizini içermekle birlikte onun parlamentoya seçilmesinin önemini keşfetmeyi amaçlamaktadır. Ayrıca, Uygur diaspora toplumu ve Şincang’daki insan hakları ihlallerini ele almaya yönelik uluslararası çabalar üzerindeki potansiyel etkilerini araştırmaktadır. Çalışma ayrıca, Eri’nin seçilmesinin Japon siyasetinde çeşitliliğin ve kapsayıcılığın teşvik edilmesi üzerindeki olası etkisini konu almaktadır.
Bu araştırmanın metodolojisi nitel olup Çin’in gerekçelerini ortaya çıkarmak için birincil ve ikincil kaynakların analizini içermektedir. Birincil kaynaklar resmi belgeleri kapsarken, ikincil kaynaklar haber raporları, akademik makaleler ve düşünce kuruluşu raporlarını esas almaktadır. Bu analiz, söz konusu kaynakların kapsamlı bir literatür taramasıyla gerçekleştirilmiştir. Daha sonra literatür, Çin’in bu genişlemeye yönelik gerekçelerini ortaya çıkarmak için incelenmiştir.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Uygur Çalışmaları, Japon Çalışmaları, Diaspora, Savunuculuk, Seçimler

Kaynakça

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