Beijing hits back as Western allies say China broke HK deal
19 November 2020 |
3:33 pm
Beijing hits back against accusations that China violated legally binding international commitments by ousting pro-democracy lawmakers from Hong Kong's legislature. China warn countries that "dare to damage China's sovereignty, security and development interests," after the US, Britain, Australia, Canada and New Zealand said China broke promises to preserve Hong Kong autonomy.
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