UK Poised to Suspend Hong Kong Extradition Treaty: The Times

UK Poised to Suspend Hong Kong Extradition Treaty: The Times
Britain's Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab reacts as he makes a statement on Hong Kong's national security legislation in London, Britain, on July 1, 2020. Hannah McKay/Reuters
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LONDON—Britain will on Monday suspend its extradition treaty with Hong Kong in a further escalation of its dispute with China over the introduction of a security law in the former colony, The Times reported.

Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab, who on Sunday accused China of “gross” human rights violations, will announce the suspension of the treaty in parliament, the Times and Daily Telegraph newspapers said, citing sources.