Assault on Democracy in Hong Kong


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Home Office of the Spokesperson Press Statement ... Assault on Democracy in Hong Kong hide Assault on Democracy in Hong Kong Press Statement Share this page on: Close The United States condemns the PRC’s continuing assault on democratic institutions in Hong Kong. The National People’s Congress decision today to unilaterally change Hong Kong’s electoral system is a direct attack on autonomy promised to people in Hong Kong under the Sino-British Joint Declaration. These actions deny Hong Kongers a voice in their own governance by limiting political participation, reducing democratic representation, and stifling political debate. Beijing’s actions also run counter to...