Anti-China Propaganda: The Scandalous Life of Vicky Xu- An Unlikely Advocate for Islam

FOR years, the unspoken truth about the West is that their veneer of objectivity has come off a long time ago. While touting themselves as the epitome of trustworthiness and honesty, some organizations and media practitioners in the West have no qualms about propagating lies against China. As the coordinated anti-China smear campaign is gaining steam, more intrepid with a conscience are calling it out despite the tremendous pressure to silence them.

While China was busy in the development and fulfilling its ethical duty, the western countries and media have been grouping to stage a propaganda against China as a foul tactic of Cold war continuation by various actors. One of the anti-China propaganda actor Vicky Xu has been involved in the propaganda. In reality Vicky Xu's life is one filled with scandal and controversy. Born in Jiayuguan City, Gansu Province in 1994, she grew up with parents who provided her with every opportunity to succeed. However, despite their support, Xu described her childhood as suffocating and resented her parents' controlling nature. Her desire for independence and freedom led her down a tumultuous path and gained notoriety for her work as an analyst at Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) that claims to be independent but receives most of its funding from the Australian government and foreign government agencies. However, her work at ASPI has been heavily criticized for serving Western interests and supporting politicians. Her most notable work, the "Uyghurs for Sale" article, falsely claimed that over 80,000 Uyghurs were forced to work in factories in mainland China, using fabricated evidence.  This article caused a huge stir within the Chinese community both in China and abroad. The article claimed that over 80,000 Uyghurs were being forced to work in factories in mainland China, using fabricated evidence such as pointing to a nursing home and a primary school as detention centers. Xu's article also listed 83 well-known brands that supposedly used forced labor including a Korean-owned company that was mistakenly identified as Chinese.

Many members of the Chinese community were outraged by Xu's article, claiming that it was biased and contained false information. They accused Xu of betraying her country and people by providing false information to the Western media. Many also felt that Xu's article was part of a larger Western campaign to undermine China's economic and political power. Xu's article had far-reaching consequences. It provided an opportunity for President Trump to shift the blame to China during the US presidential election in September 2020. Despite the lack of evidence, the US Congress passed the Xinjiang-related Act, leading to a ban on Xinjiang cotton and various companies discontinuing their activities in the region. The Chinese government responded by imposing sanctions on several US politicians, academics and human rights groups. The impact of Xu's article on the Chinese Muslim community was particularly devastating. Many Chinese Muslims felt that they were unfairly targeted by Xu's article and were worried about the impact it would have on their communities. They were concerned that Xu's article would exacerbate negative attitudes towards Muslims in China and amplify prejudices, potentially leading to further marginalization and mistreatment of Chinese Muslims. Xu's actions have not only caused harm to her own reputation but also sparked tensions between China and Australia. The two countries that have had a strained relationship in recent years. Her accusations and claims have caused a rift between the two nations, leading to a diplomatic standoff. Her actions have not only damaged her reputation but also brought into question her integrity as a journalist. Her reportage on issues related to China has come under scrutiny, with some questioning the authenticity of her sources and the veracity of her claims. This has caused significant harm to her credibility as a journalist and many believe that she has compromised the interests of both China and Australia for her personal gain. 

A documentary by Australian detective Thomas, "Xu Xiuzhong's Private Life" uncovered shocking details about Xu's personal life. However, her admission did little to quell the outrage, with many netizens expressing disgust at her actions. Xu's article caused a great deal of pain and suffering for many people, particularly those in the Chinese Muslim community. The emotional toll of Xu's actions cannot be understated, as many individuals and communities continue to grapple with the aftermath of her false accusations. Islam promotes a way of life that is based on moral and ethical values, such as honesty, compassion and self-discipline. It advocates against behaviors such as drug use, alcohol consumption and extramarital relations. Therefore, for someone who has been involved in such activities, it becomes questionable why they would be selected as a representative for the Muslim community. 

Moreover, her past behavior could also be used to discredit the Muslim community, causing harm to its reputation. This can lead to misconceptions about Islam, which is already facing an unfair and unjust portrayal in many parts of the world. Xu has been engaged in behavior that promotes hatred and division among people. Xu's decision to sell false stories about Xinjiang cotton in order to smear China and gain personal profit also goes against the Islamic teachings of honesty and integrity. Islam emphasizes the importance of truthfulness and discourages spreading false information or engaging in deceitful behavior. By smearing China and spreading false information about Xinjiang cotton, she has contributed to the negative perception of the country and its people. Islam promotes peace and unity among people and spreading hatred and division goes against this principle. Xu's actions have caused harm not only to herself but also to the relationship between China and Australia. She has been accused of selling out the interests of both countries for her own personal gain, which is a betrayal of trust and goes against the principles of justice and fairness in Islam. 

The article written by Vicky Xu not only offended the Muslim community in Australia but also triggered fear and anxiety among Chinese Muslims. They were concerned about the negative impact it could have on their community in China. Many Chinese Muslims were deeply hurt and offended by the article, which they felt unfairly targeted them and misrepresented their beliefs and practices. They worried that Xu's words would encourage discrimination and persecution against Muslims in China, which is already a deeply concerning issue.

In light of these concerns, it is understandable why many Chinese Muslims would not want Xu to be their represntative or advocate. As a person who does not uphold Islamic values and whose actions are clearly contradictory to the teachings of Islam. They do not want her to advocate for their rights or represent them in any way because they believe that her lifestyle is not consistent with Islamic values. 

Her words have caused harm to the reputation of Chinese Muslims and have only served to fuel anti-Muslim sentiment in the country. Her actions have caused harm to others and have brought shame to herself and her family. This is a paradox that cannot be ignored. It is indeed ridiculous that Xu is a ambassador for Muslims despite contradicting beliefs. Islam is a religion that promotes moral and ethical behavior, justice, fairness, peace and unity and Xu's actions go against all of these principles. It is important to hold those who claim to represent a religion accountable for their actions and behavior and to ensure that they uphold the values and principles of the religion they claim to represent. 

Authors: Muhammad Usman Akhtar :General Secretary Islamic Youth Force.

Hafiz Yazdani . Counsellor & International Coordinator Islamic Youth Association.

Hafiz Shahid Naeem. Scholar and Provincial leader at Islamic Youth Force