A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securing the release of Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Jimmy Lai, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Ekpar Asat detained by the People's Republic of China during future engagements with Chinese President Xi Jingping.

This Senate resolution urges the President to prioritize the release of several individuals currently detained by the People's Republic of China during future engagements with President Xi Jinping, including an anticipated May 2026 summit. The resolution specifically names Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Jimmy Lai, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Ekpar Asat, highlighting their detention for reasons often related to peaceful expression or family actions. The resolution calls upon the President to seek verifiable proof of life and ensure these detainees have access to independent legal counsel , family communication, and necessary medical care. It underscores that these arrests have been widely condemned by the international community and human rights organizations, reflecting a broader concern for human rights. Ultimately, the Senate reaffirms the United States' commitment to defending political and religious freedoms worldwide , emphasizing that addressing individual cases of arbitrary or wrongful detention is a crucial component of U.S. diplomacy and bilateral relations with China.