China: PEN International calls for immediate medical parole for imprisoned writer Dong Yuyu

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China: PEN International calls for immediate medical parole for imprisoned writer Dong Yuyu ‘Dong Yuyu’s reported medical condition is deeply alarming. The Chinese authorities must act urgently to grant him medical parole and ensure he can access the care he needs without delay,’ said Ma Thida, Chair of PEN International’s Writers in Prison Committee. 14 May 2026: PEN International is gravely concerned by reports of a serious deterioration in the health of imprisoned Chinese writer and journalist Dong Yuyu, and calls for his immediate release on medical parole, as well as permission to travel

China: PEN International calls for immediate medical parole for imprisoned writer Dong Yuyu ‘Dong Yuyu’s reported medical condition is deeply alarming. The Chinese authorities must act urgently to grant him medical parole and ensure he can access the care he needs without delay,’ said Ma Thida, Chai

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