laogai

/ˈlaʊˌɡaɪ/
noun
  1. A system of forced labor camps in China, used for political reeducation and punishment.
    • Many political prisoners were sent to laogai camps during that period.
    • Survivors of laogai have shared their stories with the world.
    • The laogai system has been criticized by human rights organizations.
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