Author

Geyu WANG

Date of Award

11-2024

Degree Type

TPG Capstone Project (Taught Postgraduate Project)

Department

Sociology and Social Policy

Supervisor

Prof. CHEN Hon Fai

Abstract

This study analyses the intricate interaction between religious minority communities and the safeguarding of a nation's security, with a specific emphasis on the situations in Israel and Xinjiang. Through a comparative analysis, this study aims to reveal the many ways in which religious minorities exert influence and are affected by national security dynamics. The study explores the complex connections between state authorities, religious minorities, and broader societal contexts by analysing historical, socio-political, and policy factors. The research illuminates the different levels of securitization, discrimination, and resistance encountered by religious minorities in these places, using a combination of empirical evidence and theoretical perspectives. Moreover, it examines the consequences of how states react to religious diversity on wider security results and considerations of degree of religious freedom. This study enhances our understanding of the intricate relationship between religious minorities and national security by presenting insights obtained via comparative analysis. It offers useful implications for the development of policies and methods to address conflicts and promote settlement.

Language

English

Recommended Citation

Wang, G. (2024). Exploring the relationship between religious minorities and national security: A comparative analysis of Israeli and Xinjiang (TPG Capstone Project, Lingnan University, Hong Kong). Retrieved from https://commons.ln.edu.hk/soc605_stdwork/21

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