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The EU condemns the electoral reform of the Hong Kong government: using human rights and democracy as an excuse to combat China’s hypocrisy

2021-06-11T00:54:11.112Z


The European Union issued a statement yesterday (9th) condemning Beijing for amending Hong Kong's electoral system and will consider sending a high-level delegation to Hong Kong for inspection. The SAR government issued a statement tonight (10th) stating that it firmly opposes the EU’s efforts to improve the electoral system.


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Written by: Luo Jiaqing

2021-06-10 20:12

Last update date: 2021-06-10 20:12

The European Union issued a statement yesterday (9th) condemning Beijing for amending Hong Kong's electoral system and will consider sending a high-level delegation to Hong Kong for inspection.

The SAR government issued a statement tonight (10th) stating that it firmly opposes the misleading remarks and ulterior intentions made by the EU to improve the electoral system.

The government emphasizes that it is timely and necessary to improve the electoral system. "Anti-China forces disrupting Hong Kong have created chaos in the Legislative Council, paralyzed the operation of the SAR government, and even colluded with external forces to harm Hong Kong's security and interests. No country or government will ignore the above-mentioned harm. "

The government spokesman also pointed out that the EU used human rights, democracy, and autonomy as an excuse to use the Hong Kong issue to create troubles against China and act hypocritical.

The government spokesman said that the EU used the pretext of human rights, democracy and autonomy as an excuse to use the Hong Kong issue to create troubles against China and act hypocritical.

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The government spokesperson said that the central government has improved the electoral system at the national level with the aim of plugging loopholes and defects in the current system, and building a democratic system with Hong Kong characteristics that is in line with the actual situation of Hong Kong and is compatible with the practical requirements of "One Country, Two Systems", so that Hong Kong can get back on track. , Set out the chaos anyway.

Regarding the alleged weakening of "One Country, Two Systems", the spokesperson said that he would never agree, and instead pointed out that "One Country, Two Systems" is the best institutional arrangement for ensuring Hong Kong's long-term prosperity and stability.

The spokesperson stated that the implementation of "One Country, Two Systems" is based on the Constitution and the Basic Law, not the "China-UK Joint Declaration". The UK's commitment is not an international obligation.

The spokesperson believes that after the implementation of the "Hong Kong National Security Law", Hong Kong society has restored stability, national security is guaranteed, and human rights and freedoms are also protected by the Basic Law.

As for the EU’s allegations of criticizing the arrest of democrats, the spokesperson said that law enforcement agencies took enforcement actions based on evidence, in accordance with the law and the actions of relevant individuals, and emphasized that it has nothing to do with political stance, background or occupation.

The spokesman pointed out that it would be against the rule of law if people with certain political backgrounds can override the law. "The international community should face this fact squarely and stop interfering in Hong Kong affairs that are China's internal affairs."

The European Union issued a statement yesterday (9th) condemning Beijing for amending Hong Kong's electoral system and will consider sending a high-level delegation to Hong Kong for inspection.

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The EU issued a statement yesterday that the central government’s changes to the electoral system are inconsistent with the commitments of the Basic Law, once again undermining the principle of “One Country, Two Systems”, and running counter to the commitments of the Basic Law. Reasonable expectations and benefits have a negative impact.

The EU urges China to act in accordance with international commitments and legal obligations, respect Hong Kong's high degree of autonomy, rights and freedoms, and stop targeting those who defend rights, freedoms and democratic values.

The EU emphasized that it will step up its response to the situation in Hong Kong, especially by increasing support for civil society and the media, promoting freedom of speech, promoting the flow of Hong Kong people, and ensuring that the interrogation of democrats is observed, and it is considering sending high-level officials to Hong Kong.

EU condemns Hong Kong's electoral reform, China urges to stop meddling in Hong Kong affairs

EU criticizes Hong Kong's electoral reform and does not rule out sending high-level officials to Hong Kong

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