The Chinese military commander responsible for Hong Kong has assured a Pentagon ...
HONG KONG/WASHINGTON - The Chinese military commander responsible for Hong Kong has assured a Pentagon official that Chinese troops will not interfere in the city’s affairs – an apparent signal that they will stay in their barracks amid renewed political upheaval.
Protests and violence have continued since, including some activists smashing their way into the legislature on July 1, daubing the debating chamber in graffiti. “Major-General Chen did mention that during a conversation last week,” the U.S. defense official said. “I can’t provide any more context to the conversation in that it was private, between the two leaders.”
The role of the PLA in Hong Kong has long been one of the most sensitive elements of the handover – and a presence closely watched by activists and foreign diplomats. The Basic Law states that Hong Kong can request the garrison’s assistance to maintain public order but “they shall not interfere in local affairs”. They must abide by local laws, which are governed by the independent judiciary.
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