International news 3:16 pm 2023-12-18
The South China Morning newspaper reported, citing sources, that Mr John Lee, the leader of Hong Kong, is preparing to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Mr Lee is also preparing to have a meeting table with Premier Li Qiang and his deputy ■ Chinese Prime Minister Ding Xuxiang, who oversees the affairs of Hong Kong and Macau During the 4-day trip that started yesterday (Dec. 17)
In general, Hong Kong leaders usually meet with senior Communist Party leaders once a year. to report on Hong Kong’s economic activities and other issues Lee’s visit comes as Hong Kong brings in Jimmy Lai, the biggest target of his national security battle. Going to trial this week.
This action has been strongly condemned by Western democracies around the world. This includes England and the United States.
The report says Chinese and Hong Kong officials are likely to discuss national security and plans to develop Hong Kong’s border area with China into a major housing hub. Hong Kong leaders are also preparing a report on the recent local elections, which will is released by voters Voting rights at an all-time low. After being revamped to give more control to the Chinese authorities.
During Lee’s visit to Beijing in 2022, President Xi praised him for revitalizing Hong Kong’s economy and safeguarding national security. However, this year promises to be one of the worst in Hong Kong. The Hang Seng Index fell more than 16 % and the initial public offering (IPO) raised was the smallest since the dotcom bubble.
By InfoQuest News Agency (18 Dec ’23)
Tags: John Lee , China , Xi Jinping , Hong Kong
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