Protesters hold a banner with the words “No Rioters, Only Tyranny” at the Legislative Council to protest against the extradition bill in Hong Kong on July 1, 2019. Billy H.C. Kwok/Getty Images
The Chinese regime used harsh language to criticize Hong Kong protesters who broke into the Legislative Council (LegCo) building on July 1 as anger over a controversial extradition bill intensified.
Analysts say the incensed response from Beijing indicated that it was fearful of how such protests could jeopardize its rule.
Nicole Hao
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Nicole Hao is a Washington-based reporter focused on China-related topics. Before joining the Epoch Media Group in July 2009, she worked as a global product manager for a railway business in Paris, France.
