US Senate body urged to stop interfering in HK affairs
The SAR government on Friday condemned the United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations for passing an act which called for the removal of privileges, exemptions and immunities to the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices (ETOs) in the US, or even their closure, saying it constitutes gross interference in the affairs of Hong Kong.  “The HKSAR Government sternly urged again the US to respect the basic norms governing international relations and stop interfering in Hong Kong matters. The HKSAR is an inalienable part of the People's Republic of China,” the government said in a statement.  “The enactment of the Hong Kong National Security Law aims to, among others, improve the legal system and enforcement mechanisms for safeguarding national security of the HKSAR, as well as maintain prosperity and stability of the HKSAR.” The government stressed the three ETOs in the US will continue to operate and promote Hong Kong’s unique advantages as well as tell the good stories of the SAR.  It added that when necessary, they will refute erroneous reports and clarify misconceptions, so as to foster stronger economic and trade ties between Hong Kong and the US.