China's Diplomatic Push to Garner Praise for Human Rights Record Ahead of UN Review

China has been lobbying non-Western countries to garner support for its human rights record ahead of a U.N. Human Rights Council review, with diplomats reporting that Beijing sent memos asking for praise and constructive recommendations. The review, the first since 2018, comes amid international scrutiny over China's actions in Hong Kong and Xinjiang, with the U.S. calling on China to cease human rights abuses. While China denies any wrongdoing, the lobbying efforts have drawn attention ahead of the upcoming U.N. meeting.