Meshrep is mainly transmitted and inherited by hosts who understand its customs and cultural connotations, by the virtuoso performers who participate, and by all the Uygur people who attend.

UNESCO: CULTURE

Italian MEP Mario Mauro said it should be dealt with on a case by case basis, and that the use of the cross, such as on the flags of Finland and Sweden, had cultural rather than religious connotations.

BBC: Crucifix debate