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Secretary of State Antony Blinken Antony Blinken Why Biden can't turn back the clock on the Iran nuclear deal Trump suggests Biden took 'similar' approach in Khashoggi killing US condemns arrests of pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong MORE is condemning the arrests of dozens of pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong and calling for their immediate release. "We condemn the detention of and charges filed against pan-democratic candidates in Hong Kong's elections and call for their immediate release. Political participation and freedom of expression should not be crimes. The U.S. stands with the people of Hong Kong," Blinken said on Twitter Sunday evening. We condemn the detention of and charges filed against pan-democratic candidates in Hong Kong's elections and call for their immediate release. Political participation and freedom of expression should not be crimes. The U.S. stands with the people of Hong Kong. — Secretary Antony Blinken (@SecBlinken) … [Read more...] about US condemns arrests of pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong

HONG KONG: Hong Kong riot police and protesters braced early on Thursday (Jun 13) for possible further clashes across the city's financial district after a day of violence over an extradition Bill that would allow people to be sent to mainland China for trial . As of 10pm on Wednesday evening, 72 people had been hospitalised, including two classified as serious, according to the Hong Kong Hospital Authority. Explainer: Why proposed changes to Hong Kong's extradition law are fueling protests READ: Hong Kong police fire tear gas, rubber bullets as clashes with protesters break out An uneasy calm had settled over the city after police fired rubber bullets, tear gas and pepper spray in a series of skirmishes to clear demonstrators from the city's legislature. It marked some of the worst violence to rock the financial hub since Britain handed it back to Chinese rule in 1997 with a guarantee of extensive autonomy and freedoms, including a separate legal system and … [Read more...] about Tensions simmer between Hong Kong police and protesters after day of violence, 72 injured

HONG KONG: Hong Kong reported 65 new coronavirus infections on Friday (Mar 27), its biggest daily rise so far, taking the total number of cases in the Chinese-ruled city to 518, health officials said. Of the latest cases, 41 had recently returned from travelling abroad. Hong Kong has witnessed a surge in people returning home since last week as they flee coronavirus outbreaks in Europe, North America and the Middle East. READ: Hotels in Hong Kong see spike in occupancy rates as thousands return Hong Kong's leader Carrie Lam has also banned public gatherings of more than four people, hours after the Asian financial hub reported a spike in coronavirus infections on Friday. The measures would be in place for 14 days starting from Mar 29. Other regulations to be implemented included requiring restaurants to operate at half of their capacity and to set out tables a minimum of 1.5m apart. The ban on public gatherings includes both indoor and outdoor venues. Game centres, … [Read more...] about Hong Kong reports biggest daily rise in COVID-19 cases, bans public gatherings of more than 4 people

BEIJING: China has replaced the head of its office overseeing matters in Hong Kong, making him the most senior Beijing-appointed official to lose his job in the wake of sometimes-violent anti-government protests in Hong Kong. China's Human Resources Ministry announced on Thursday (Feb 13) that Zhang Xiaoming would be removed as director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office (HKMAO), to be replaced by Xia Baolong, a 67-year-old vice chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC). Hong Kong has been roiled by more than seven months of protests over an extradition Bill that would have allowed suspects to be sent to mainland China for trial. READ: Our coverage of the Hong Kong protests Zhang's removal follows Beijing's move in January to replace the head of its Hong Kong liaison office. He will remain with the HKMAO as deputy director in charge of daily operations, the ministry said. READ: China sets up Hong Kong crisis centre in … [Read more...] about China replaces head of its Hong Kong and Macau affairs office

HONG KONG: Hong Kong police on Monday (Nov 11) said a man was set alight following a heated argument with protesters during a day of widespread clashes across the city, as videos of the brutal attack went viral online. Three videos were posted on messaging channels used by protesters showing a man in a green T-shirt, who is bleeding from his forehead, arguing with people on a footbridge. A masked man dressed in black then throws a liquid over the man and sets him ablaze as crowds scatter and the victim frantically tries to remove his T-shirt. "In the most shocking incident, some rioters poured flammable liquid onto a person and set him on fire," police spokesman John Tse told reporters at a press conference as the social media videos of the attack were played on a screen. READ: Hong Kong police shoot protester during morning clashes READ: Hong Kong protests: Tear gas fired in CBD, university as violence continues following shooting of protester "The man has been … [Read more...] about Hong Kong police say man set on fire after arguing with protesters