On 26 August 2024, Gao Zhen, a prominent Chinese artist and member of the Gao Brothers, was detained by authorities while traveling in China with his wife and son. Gao is charged with “slandering China’s heroes and martyrs,” a crime punishable by up to three years in prison. His formal arrest has been approved, and his wife and child were also prevented from leaving China. Chinese authorities must release Gao Zhen immediately and unconditionally.
