transnational repression

American  

[trans-nash-uhn-uhl ri-presh-uhn] / trænsˈnæʃ ən əl rɪˈprɛʃ ən /

noun

1. efforts by a government of one country to silence dissent or influence policy in another, such as by threats or violence, often directed at members of its country's diaspora in the target country.

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transnational repression

David added: "These convictions send a clear message that transnational repression, foreign interference, unauthorised surveillance, and attempts to operate outside the law will not be tolerated on British soil."

From BBC ● Jun. 18, 2026

Singh and other Sikh activists are urging the council to appoint an expert to investigate transnational repression, or for existing special rapporteurs to focus more on the issue.

From Barron's ● Mar. 24, 2026

Anna Kwok of the Washington-based Hong Kong Democracy Council, another bountied dissident, has warned that Beijing can use these diplomatic outposts to carry out transnational repression in the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 10, 2026

The issue has grabbed the attention of the Justice Department, which in the past five years has charged dozens of suspects with acts of transnational repression.

From Seattle Times ● May 5, 2024

And London, home to a number of Persian-language broadcasters, has become a “hot spot” for transnational repression, according to a report published Wednesday by Reporters Without Borders.

From New York Times ● Apr. 17, 2024