China Criticizes U.S. 'Hong Kong Policy Act Report' and Related Sanctions
Chinese officials denounce U.S. actions as interference in domestic affairs and reaffirm commitment to national security in Hong Kong.
BEIJING, April 1 -- A spokesperson from the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council expressed strong opposition to the recent U.S. 'Hong Kong Policy Act Report' and the associated sanctions against specific officials from both the Chinese central government and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) government.
The spokesperson described the report as an attempt to smear the national security legislation in Hong Kong and dismissed the sanctions as 'mere pieces of waste paper.'
The spokesperson criticized what they termed as the United States' egregious actions, claiming they violate international law and basic norms of international relations while interfering in China's internal affairs, particularly those concerning Hong Kong.
They asserted that such actions undermine rule of law and judicial independence in the region.
Addressing the implications of the national security law in Hong Kong, the spokesperson maintained that such legislation reinforces the legal measures necessary for ensuring national security, thereby solidifying the foundation of the 'one country, two systems' policy.
They emphasized that this law protects the lawful rights and freedoms of Hong Kong residents while maintaining a secure environment.
The spokesperson denounced what they described as the U.S. hypocrisy in advocating for freedom and democracy while imposing sanctions under the pretext of national security.
They accused the U.S. of displaying a double standard and of attempting to destabilize Hong Kong to contain China's growth.
The spokesperson reiterated that the Chinese central government and the Hong Kong SAR government remain resolute in their commitment to uphold national security and the rule of law, underscoring that such external pressures would not alter their determination.
They highlighted the stable development environment in Hong Kong, noting an increase in global investment and participation in recent economic and financial events held in the city, which attracted significant international investors.
The spokesperson affirmed the central government's continued support for the Hong Kong SAR in its efforts to maintain security, stability, and prosperity according to the law.
Furthermore, they pledged unwavering protection of the legitimate rights and interests of Hong Kong officials as they execute their responsibilities.
Any attempts to obstruct the advancement of the 'one country, two systems' principle would be met with strong resistance, the spokesperson stated.
The spokesperson described the report as an attempt to smear the national security legislation in Hong Kong and dismissed the sanctions as 'mere pieces of waste paper.'
The spokesperson criticized what they termed as the United States' egregious actions, claiming they violate international law and basic norms of international relations while interfering in China's internal affairs, particularly those concerning Hong Kong.
They asserted that such actions undermine rule of law and judicial independence in the region.
Addressing the implications of the national security law in Hong Kong, the spokesperson maintained that such legislation reinforces the legal measures necessary for ensuring national security, thereby solidifying the foundation of the 'one country, two systems' policy.
They emphasized that this law protects the lawful rights and freedoms of Hong Kong residents while maintaining a secure environment.
The spokesperson denounced what they described as the U.S. hypocrisy in advocating for freedom and democracy while imposing sanctions under the pretext of national security.
They accused the U.S. of displaying a double standard and of attempting to destabilize Hong Kong to contain China's growth.
The spokesperson reiterated that the Chinese central government and the Hong Kong SAR government remain resolute in their commitment to uphold national security and the rule of law, underscoring that such external pressures would not alter their determination.
They highlighted the stable development environment in Hong Kong, noting an increase in global investment and participation in recent economic and financial events held in the city, which attracted significant international investors.
The spokesperson affirmed the central government's continued support for the Hong Kong SAR in its efforts to maintain security, stability, and prosperity according to the law.
Furthermore, they pledged unwavering protection of the legitimate rights and interests of Hong Kong officials as they execute their responsibilities.
Any attempts to obstruct the advancement of the 'one country, two systems' principle would be met with strong resistance, the spokesperson stated.
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