The situation for political activists in China is framed as one of ongoing crisis
The repeated escape attempts, extreme physical risk, and low refugee acceptance rate collectively construct a narrative of desperation and instability, implying a chronic crisis for those seeking to flee political repression.
“It is his fourth known attempt to flee China. Appearing at the court hearing Thursday, he told reporters that he hopes to go to Canada via South Korea to reunite with his wife and daughters, who already resettled there, according to South Korean media.”