Around 400 protesters were arrested after a police-approved march attended by tens of thousands on New Year's Day escalated into violence, authorities said.
“Hong Kong needs its freedom. It’s one country, two systems - not one country, one system,” said Sandy Lo, a housewife who came to the march with her young son, referring to the unique model that governs the former British territory and guarantees freedoms not granted in mainland China. “We hope that [Hong Kong leader] Carrie Lam listens to our voice.”
Several protesters were carrying American flags and told NBC News they were grateful for President Donald Trump’s“We deeply appreciate it and are deeply grateful for his support,” sales manager Claudia Chin, 26, told NBC News. “We are here to thank him.” Wearing big sunglasses and a face mask, she added that she hoped 2020 will be the year protesters get their five demands, including universal suffrage.
An anti-government protester paints graffiti during a demonstration on New Year's Day to call for better governance and democratic reforms in Hong Kong.For months, demonstrators have been pushing for concessions from the government, including full democracy, an amnesty for protesters who have been arrested so far and an independent investigation into police actions.Hong Kong toned down its New Year's Eve celebrations amid the protests that have dragged on since June.
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