Hong Kong's leader Carrie Lam has issued a rare public apology in the wake of repeated record-breaking protests. But she hasn't completely withdrawn her controversial extradition bill with China -- a key demand of Sunday's protests:
Hong Kong Hong Kong's leader has issued a rare public apology in the wake of repeated record-breaking protests that called for the withdrawal of a controversial extradition bill with China that she introduced and championed.
Speaking Tuesday, two days after protest organizers estimated 2 million people took to the streets to demand the bill be fully withdrawn and that she step down, Chief Executive Carrie Lam said she wanted to offer the city her"most sincere apology." "I have heard you loud and clear and have reflected deeply on all that has transpired," she said."The concerns over the last few months have been caused by the deficiencies of the government.
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam under pressure to resign 04:24No resignationFollowing Sunday's march, the third major protest in a week, both critics and supporters of Beijing-backed Lam had suggested she might have to resign in order to prevent future marches and demonstrations. However, those close to the administration were clear that this was unlikely. "It's not too difficult to submit a resignation letter, I have done that myself ...
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong released from prison 02:55Lu comments follow an editorial published in the State owned People's Daily, Sunday, expressing"firm support" for Carrie Lam and the Hong Kong government.
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