The Foreign Secretary of the UK has made a statement in Parliament regarding the national security legislation in Hong Kong. The legislation, imposed by China, has raised concerns about the erosion of freedoms and the autonomy of Hong Kong. The UK has condemned the legislation as a breach of the Sino-British Joint Declaration, which is meant to protect the rights and freedoms of the people in Hong Kong. The UK has expressed support for the people of Hong Kong and their right to freedom of speech and assembly.
The Foreign Secretary has announced that the UK will provide a new route to British citizenship for British National (Overseas) passport holders in Hong Kong. This will allow these individuals to live and work in the UK for an extended period, eventually leading to citizenship. The UK sees this as a way to uphold its commitment to the people of Hong Kong and to provide them with a pathway to safety and security.
Additionally, the UK will suspend its extradition treaty with Hong Kong due to concerns about the new national security legislation. This move is in response to fears that the legislation could be used to target political dissidents and suppress freedom of speech.
The UK has also called on the international community to join in condemning the national security legislation in Hong Kong and to uphold the principles of the Sino-British Joint Declaration. The UK believes that the people of Hong Kong deserve to have their rights and freedoms protected and that the international community has a responsibility to stand up for these values.
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