The US has slapped sanctions on Carrie Lam and other Hong Kong officials. Photo: Xinhua
China urged to avoid retaliation over US sanctions on officials behind Hong Kong security law
- Government advisers say Beijing should expect to be targeted in the run up to the presidential election and should avoid a tit-for-tat response
- On Friday US Treasury released a list of officials, including Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam, who face economic penalties
The US has slapped sanctions on Carrie Lam and other Hong Kong officials. Photo: Xinhua