Carrie Lam announces the withdrawal of the bill in a dramatic U-turn, as Hongkongers watch the pre-recorded announcement on local television stations. Photo: Robert Ng
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam’s bombshell withdrawal of extradition bill draws more scepticism than hope for end to weeks of protest turmoil
- Protesters and politicians say it is too little, too late but business chambers welcome decision
- Chief executive pledges to endorse probe by police watchdog and visit ground with officials to reach out to communities
Topic |
Hong Kong protests
Carrie Lam announces the withdrawal of the bill in a dramatic U-turn, as Hongkongers watch the pre-recorded announcement on local television stations. Photo: Robert Ng
Police in riot gear restrain a protester outside the Legislative Council building in June. Photo: Felix Wong
‘Five key demands, not one less’: Hong Kong protesters make clear that Chief Executive Carrie Lam’s bill withdrawal is not enough
- Protest camp unsatisfied by government move to scrap extradition bill – a move that came after 1,183 arrests
- Many take to social media, reminding comrades not to end citywide protest movement until all demands are met
Topic |
Hong Kong extradition law
Police in riot gear restrain a protester outside the Legislative Council building in June. Photo: Felix Wong