List of Uyghurs

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This is a list of notable members of the Uyghur ethnic group, primarily affiliated with the general region of Central and East Asia.

Contents

Famous kings and historical figures

Uyghur Khaganate and Qocho Kingdom

Kara-khanids

Moghulistan

Yarkend Khanate

Kumul Khanate

Yettishar

Iliy Khanate

Other

Republic of China politicians

First East Turkestan Republic

Second East Turkestan Republic

Uyghur political leader of Second Eastern Turkestan Republic (1944-1949), Vice-Chairman of Sinkiang Provincial Government (1946-1947) of Republic of China, Colonel of Ili National Army Ehmetjan Qasimi Ehmetjan Qasimi.jpg
Uyghur political leader of Second Eastern Turkestan Republic (1944-1949), Vice-Chairman of Sinkiang Provincial Government (1946-1947) of Republic of China, Colonel of Ili National Army Ehmetjan Qasimi

People's Republic of China politicians

Business

Politics (abroad)

Elders

Writers and poets

Military

Independence leaders

Scientists

Musicians

Television hosts

Actors

Sports

Basketball

Football

Olympians

Other

Religious

Guantanamo Bay detainees

Other

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