Hong Kong security law: Anger as China's Xi signs legislation
The UK, EU and Nato have expressed concern and anger after China passed a controversial security law giving it new powers over Hong Kong.
The UK, EU and Nato have expressed concern and anger after China passed a controversial security law giving it new powers over Hong Kong.
President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) visited Causeway Bay Books in Taipei on Friday to express her support for Lam Wing-kee (林榮基) and his first store opening in Taiwan, after his shop in Hong Kong was closed due to political persecution.
China's parliament has backed security legislation for Hong Kong which would make it a crime to undermine Beijing's authority in the territory.
President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) said Wednesday that she and Premier Su Tseng-chang (蘇貞昌) have decided the government will launch a program to provide assistance to Hong Kong people arriving in Taiwan.
White House spokeswoman says US president finds it 'hard to see' how Hong Kong can remain a financial hub amid conflict.
Police in Hong Kong have fired tear gas and water cannon at protesters rallying against China's plans to impose a new security law on the territory.
Investors fear move will further heighten tensions between Beijing and Washington
'This is the end of Hong Kong': China pushes controversial security laws.
Proposed legislation would effectively end one country, two systems status, say critics.