China says HK elections a domestic issue, COVID-19 a factor

China said on Friday that Hong Kong's COVID-19 outbreak is a factor in the city's legislative elections, which are a domestic issue. Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin made the remarks during a daily briefing in Beijing. Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam is expected to announce the postponement of the Sept.

China says HK elections a domestic issue, COVID-19 a factor
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China said on Friday that Hong Kong's COVID-19 outbreak is a factor in the city's legislative elections, which are a domestic issue. Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin made the remarks during a daily briefing in Beijing.

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam is expected to announce the postponement of the Sept. 6 election due to a spike in coronavirus cases.

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