This graphic shows the most recent statistics gathered by Amnesty International. Figures marked with a ‘+’ symbol are a minimum estimate, with the real value potentially higher. Figures marked with ‘*’ indicate that at least some executions or death sentences have taken place, but Amnesty was unable to determine how many. In 2009 Amnesty International stopped publishing its estimated figures on the use of the death penalty in China, however available information indicates that thousands of people are executed and sentenced to death in China each year.