Authorities have tightly controlled information about Liu Xiaobo’s health and life as well as access to his family members. Officials released photos showing Liu Xia with her brother, and two of Liu Xiaobo’s brothers in front of the body, which was covered with white petals and surrounded by flowers at a funeral home. China’s government faced a global backlash for denying Liu Xiaobo’s wish to be treated abroad, and the United States and European Union have called on the government to release Liu Xia and let her leave China. “It’s best for her not to receive too much outside interference during this period after Liu Xiaobo has died,” he said. Genser said Liu Xia has been held for seven years even though she has never been charged with any crime.

Source: Manila Times July 15, 2017 10:07 UTC