Protesters in Hong Kong tried to block roads and disrupt traffic but heavy police presence and searches ahead of the second reading of the national anthem Bill have put a dent in their plans. AsiaNewsNetwork
Police said seven people aged between 14 and 22 have been arrested for possessing offensive weapons including petrol bombs, screwdriver and protest gear.
They said high-ranking officials, who one by one have pledged support for the proposed law, drafted by Beijing last week, were backing it to protect their own interests.While schools are due to re-open, the Secondary School Students’ Action Platform, a group linked to political party Demosisto, said pupils would skip class to protest the national anthem Bill, which would bar any disrespect of China’s national anthem.
Around midnight, riot police roamed the park, with squads stationed outside Legco and the neighboring Central Government Offices building. Several police vans were parked on nearby roads, Reuters reported. “Police will not tolerate any illegal actions that breach social peace. Resolute enforcement actions will be taken. Offenders will be arrested and any vehicles that cause serious obstruction will be swiftly towed away,” warned the police.
In Washington, President Donald Trump on Tuesday said the United States would announce before the end of the week a strong response to the planned security legislation for Hong Kong.
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