The news — which could be the biggest blow to Hong Kong’s autonomy since its handover to China in 1997 — also further stoked tensions between China and the United States. Global stock markets were …
China security law set to plunge Hong Kong into turmoil; tense U.S.-China relations risk ‘strong’ Trump reaction
China is poised to pass a security law for Hong Kong that could plunge the semi-autonomous city into turmoil and inflame tense U.S.-China relations.
Fear and fighting spirit in Hong Kong as China ‘rams through’ security law
Beijing’s push to impose legislation is seen as fresh rallying point for an anti-government movement that had lost focus …
Xi distracts from own failings with Hong Kong security law
Ever since President Xi Jinping and Mr Li ascended to the top two slots in the Chinese Communist party’s hierarchy seven years ago, the latter has lived in the shadow of the former. Friday, May 22 was …
China’s Hong Kong Crackdown Could Put Trump in an Unwelcome Spot
A proposed new security law has senators calling for sanctions. But the president is reluctant to jeopardize his ties to President Xi Jinping.
Traders Bet on More Pain for Hong Kong With FX Forwards, ETFs
Traders are wagering that Hong Kong is facing another period of uncertainty after China’s plans for a new national security law roiled markets and raised the specter of renewed protests in the …
Senators Propose Sanctions on Chinese Officials Over Hong Kong
Two U.S. senators are proposing legislation to punish Chinese entities involved in enforcing proposed new security laws in Hong Kong and penalize banks that do business with those entities.
China risks new Hong Kong protests by imposing security law
Two people briefed on the plans said China’s parliament intended to draft the legislation and enter it directly into Hong Kong’s mini-constitution, or Basic Law, in a process that will bypass the …
Senators Propose Sanctions on China for Interfering With Hong Kong’s Autonomy
Senator Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat from Maryland, talks about a bill that would sanction China for violating its obligations to Hong Kong. Senator Pat Toomey, a Republican from Pennsylvania, is also …
China security law ‘could be end of Hong Kong’
Pro-democracy activists say the move by Beijing may mean “one country, two systems” is erased.