It is unwise of demonstrators to resort to violence to deal with political issues (“ What about the rights of Hong Kong protest victims?”, December 17). To make the world see the injustices of the government, it is surely better to employ civil disobedience than extreme action. Last year, months of street protests took place in Hong Kong, with many youngsters demonstrating against the extradition law amendment bill. The violence and chaos resulted in many people being put behind bars, some ending up seriously hurt and even losing their lives.

In fact, many participants in the demonstrations were highly educated individuals who staked their futures on building a fairer city. The government, however, criticised the radicals for undermining the peace and economy of Hong Kong with their extreme activities. I agree with the government’s condemnation of the youngsters’ irrational actions during the protests.

Many residents of what was “Asia’s world city” are intent on emigrating to Western countries, which have promised to grant them right of abode or permanent residency on certain conditions.