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Beijing, Aug 06: Beijing attacked the US for providing non permanent refuge to Hong Kong residents on Friday, saying it was “weaving lies.”
A press release by the Chinese language overseas ministry stated the transfer “slandered and smeared Hong Kong’s nationwide safety legislation, nakedly intervened in Hong Kong affairs and China’s inside affairs, and blatantly trampled on worldwide legislation and the fundamental norms of worldwide relations.”
It additionally went on to name the supply “shameless political manipulation,” and that was “doomed to failure.”
Regardless of Beijing’s outrage, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated the US stands :with the individuals of Hong Kong and can proceed to face up for the human rights and freedoms they’re assured.”
US assist for Hong Kong
The response got here hours after US President Joe Biden had signed a memorandum permitting individuals from Hong Kong at present residing within the US to dwell and work within the nation for 18 months.
“Over the past 12 months, the PRC has continued its assault on Hong Kong’s autonomy, undermining its remaining democratic processes and establishments, imposing limits on educational freedom, and cracking down on freedom of the press,” stated Biden’s memo.
Biden’s transfer got here as a response to China’s growing management over Hong Kong, and its efforts to crush the pro-democracy motion.
US pronounces ‘protected haven’ for Hong Kongers
Beneath the brand new guidelines, the Division of Homeland Safety has acquired directions to implement a “deferral of removing” of as much as 18 months for Hong Kong residents who’re at present residing within the US. Biden stated the US will proceed their assist for the individuals of Hong Kong, including that the transfer protects US pursuits within the area.
China signed the controversial nationwide safety legislation after months of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong in 2019. Critics say the legislation undermines the autonomy of Hong Kong. Since then, there was a crackdown on dissent and freedom of press, and plenty of leaders of the motion have been arrested.
Supply: DW
