More than half a million people worldwide have signed a petition calling for Western leaders to act on growing concerns about forced organ harvesting in China.
The signers of the petition hail from 34 countries, with the goal of seeking a stronger stance to combat the abuse.
As of mid-December, nearly 506,000 people have signed the petition that was first launched in July 2024.
Here’s what to know about the petition and the driving force behind it.
What Is Forced Organ Harvesting?
Forced organ harvesting refers to the act of forcibly taking organs from a person—often for huge profits in the black market—killing them in the process….