Hong Kong Confirms Xi Jinping’s Visit for July 1 Handover Anniversary Amid Conflicting Reports

Hong Kong Confirms Xi Jinping’s Visit for July 1 Handover Anniversary Amid Conflicting Reports
Chinese leader Xi Jinping buttons his jacket at a ceremony to honor contributions to the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympics in Beijing, China on April 8, 2022. Kevin Frayer/Getty Images
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Hong Kong police announced on June 28 that preparations are underway for Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s “possible” visit next month to mark the 25th anniversary of the city’s handover from Britain to China.

Hong Kong Assistant Police Commissioner Lui Kam-ho told reporters at a press conference that Xi will attend a series of official events in person, including the inauguration of Hong Kong’s next leader, John Lee, on July 1.

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.
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