CHINA-HONGKONG: STATEMENT ISSUED BY HKSAR

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government at 9.15 pm on December 6 "expressed deep regret over the spreading of untrue claims overseas in recent days by several members of the Legislative Council (LegCo) and political figures who urged foreign governments or legislatures to interfere with the affairs of the HKSAR". Stating that "From June this year until now, there have been over 900 demonstrations, processions and public meetings" and "some political figures freely took part in these assemblies and processions and conducted media interviews without any restrictions" it said these same individuals also incessantly criticise the HKSAR Government for suppressing freedom". It regretted that "In the past few months, many demonstrations and public meetings that were proceeding peacefully changed into violent and illegal clashes, resulting in damage to local and community facilities. Some politicians in Hong Kong openly supported the United States' 'Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act', and suggested similar legislation in other countries or regions with the intent to demand foreign intervention in Hong Kong affairs. This only conveys the wrong message to violent protesters and misleads them into thinking they have gained the support from other countries or regions. These politicians must bear the responsibility for society descending into chaos". Asserting that "The HKSAR Government will resolutely continue to implement the 'one country, two systems' principle" it said "the HKSAR Government urges the relevant figures to stop all acts showing contempt towards 'one country, two systems' which disregard the interests of the country and Hong Kong."





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