Hey amigos! 👋 Big news coming from Asia 🌏! China has announced that it will take strong countermeasures if the U.S. goes ahead with visa restrictions on officials from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).
On Monday, Wang Wenbin, the spokesperson for China's Foreign Ministry, fired back at the U.S.'s recent moves. The U.S. State Department released its Hong Kong Policy Act Report, proposing visa restrictions on HKSAR officials. Wang didn't hold back, stating that the report \"smears and slanders\" Hong Kong's national security law, electoral system, and the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance.
He emphasized that such actions \"seriously interfere\" in China's internal affairs and violate international law norms. 🛑
Since Hong Kong's return to the motherland 🇨🇳, China has been committed to the principles of \"One Country, Two Systems\" and \"Hong Kong people governing Hong Kong with a high degree of autonomy.\" Wang highlighted that the implementation of the national security laws ensures that \"patriots governing Hong Kong\" is upheld, promoting prosperity and stability in the HKSAR.
He also urged the U.S. to \"respect China's sovereignty, respect Hong Kong's rule of law, and stop interfering in Hong Kong affairs in any form.\"
So, what does this mean for us? It's a reminder of the dynamic and sometimes tense relationships between global powers. 🌐 Stay tuned, amigos, as we keep you updated on international happenings that could shape the world! 🌎✨
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China to take countermeasures if U.S. restricts HKSAR officials visas
cgtn.com
