They “deal with” Christians in a similar manner, though. Even though Christians don’t do what the Muslims do.
BTW, my ex-wife's Aunt and Uncle have done several missionary trips to the PRC. It's really not that bad as long as you stay within the government parameters. But muzzies always stray too far.
“Even though Christians don’t do what the Muslims do.”
The state sees itself as the ultimate authority. Therefore, both Muslims and Christians who see Allah and God as the ultimate authority are a danger to the power of the state.
The Chinese government, recognizing the cultural superiority of the Christian west, is attempting to create its own Christianity where the government appoints the church leaders.