"Xinjiang's Controversial Makeover: From Conflict to Tourism"

China is rebranding its Xinjiang region, known for allegations of human rights abuses against Uyghur Muslims, as a tourist destination. CBS News joined a state-arranged tour, which showcased local culture and development but avoided any mention of the controversial detention centers. Despite the government's claims of closing "re-education centers," evidence of heavy surveillance and restrictions on Uyghur culture and religion remain. The rebranding effort includes promoting Han Chinese influence and renaming cities with Mandarin names, while presenting the government's crackdown as a fight against terrorism and extremism. Critics argue that the suppression of an entire ethnic group cannot be justified as a counter-terrorism measure.