‘Hong Kong has rebuked a call by US politicians for sanctions against city officials over passing the domestic national security law and convicting more than 40 opposition figures of subversion for their roles in a 2020 unofficial legislative “primary” election.’
‘A government spokesman said on Thursday night the “sanctions” mentioned in the politicians’ letter “smacked of despicable political manipulation” to intimidate the city officials safeguarding national security.’
‘He added that the move “grossly interfered” in Hong Kong’s and China’s internal affairs, and violated international law and the basic norms on international relations.’
‘“[Hong Kong] despises such so-called ‘sanctions’ and is not intimidated by such a despicable behaviour. [It] will resolutely continue to discharge the duty of safeguarding national security,” the spokesman said.’
