Scott Morrison said the decision “represents an acknowledgement of the fundamental change of circumstances in relation to Hong Kong, because of the new security law'
Australia has suspended its extradition treaty with Hong Kong and extended visa terms, including a path to permanent residency for Hong Kong people, in response to China imposing a draconian national security law.
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