In addition : We have seen people die from their injuries , or disappear by night . As many as 29 people have self - organized in protest against Chinese rule , group says . Without legal or political recourse to address their grievances , they risk their lives , says Brigden . Brigden : Rewards -- the equivalent of a generous annual salary -- are on offer for information about collaborators , and anyone suspected of collaboration can expect to receive a prison sentence of up to 13 years . World remains largely unaware of the situation as the region is effectively cut off .
In addition : We have seen people die from their injuries , or disappear by night . As many as 29 people have self - organized in protest against Chinese rule , group says . Without legal or political recourse to address their grievances , they risk their lives , says Brigden . Brigden : World remains largely unaware of the situation as the region is effectively cut off .