Carrie Lam, Hong Kong’s embattled chief executive, formally withdrew the controversial extradition bill that sparked months of tense protests that played out on an international stage.
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The bill allowing Hong Kong residents to be sent to mainland China for trials sparked massive protests that have rocked the city since June. Lam had suspended the bill, but protesters wanted it entirely withdrawn.
Lam also reportedly announced an independent study to probe the city's social issues.
"For more than two months, protests arising from the Fugitive Offenders Bill have continued," Lam said in a prerecorded message translated by the South China Morning Post. "Our citizens, police and reporters have been injured during violent incidents. There have been chaotic scenes at the airport and MTR stations; roads and tunnels have been suddenly blocked, causing delay and inconvenience to daily life. Visitors wonder whether our city is still a safe place for travel or business. Families and friends have been under stress, and arguments have flared."
She added: "For many people, Hong Kong has become an unfamiliar place. Incidents over these past two months have shocked and saddened Hong Kong people. We are all very anxious about Hong Kong, our home. We all hope to find a way out of the current impasse and unsettling times."
Pro-government lawmaker Michael Tien confirmed he was notified on Tuesday of the meeting, which includes members of the National People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference. He said he has no details of the agenda.
The Hong Kong stock market soared 4%, boosted by the possible bill withdrawal.
Lam said Tuesday that Hong Kong's "one country, two systems" formula would be upheld.
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2019-09-04 09:16:30Z
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