Press release – Committee for Freedom in Hong Kong meet with British lawmakers in London to discuss sustained Chinese interference in Hong Kong
London, Tuesday 23 November – The Committee for Freedom in Hong Kong’s (CFHK) President Mark Clifford, last week met with British lawmakers and government officials to discuss China and its persistent meddling in Hong Kong’s affairs.
CFHK spoke with members of Parliament, and a wide range of interested stakeholders regarding ongoing issues of critical importance, from political prisoners and the destruction of the Sino-British Joint Declaration to the potential for Magnitsky sanctions on China and wider divestment.
Last week, CFHK’s President met with influential and high-profile MPs including Foreign Affairs Spokesman for the SNP, Alyn Smith MP, and John Nicolson MP, Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Spokesman for the SNP. This has been another successful visit for CFHK, who late last month met with fellow Foreign Affairs Committee members Alicia Kearns MP and Neil Coyle MP, Shadow Minister for Asia and the Pacific, Stephen Kinnock MP, and Lord Alton of Liverpool.
These lawmakers have long been vocal in their criticism of China and its deeply concerning actions in Hong Kong to suppress political opponents, freedom of speech, and other civil liberties.
CFHK President Mark Clifford said:
“My sincerest thanks to all MPs who we were able to meet across our two visits. They continue to be a thorn in the side of a relentless Chinese Government bent on assimilating Hong Kong into the mainland. Their doggedness on behalf of the people of Hong Kong is welcome, yet there is still so much to do.
“I encourage all British lawmakers, including the British Government, to continue to condemn Chinese incursions into Hong Kong, and commit to working with other governments around the world in protecting Hong Kongers’ rights and freedoms. Only a multilateral and coordinated response will compel China to respect the provisions set out in the Sino-British Joint Declaration.
“I look forward to building a positive working relationship as we seek jointly to repel China’s oppressive behaviour.”
ENDS
About the Committee for Freedom in Hong Kong
The Committee for Freedom in Hong Kong (CFHK) presses for political and economic consequences for China’s failure to keep its promises regarding Hong Kong’s freedoms. CFHK supports the rule of law, freedom of expression, and the release of political prisoners – and urges the business community to stand against China’s assault on freedom, which also imperils Hong Kong’s status as an international financial centre. Hong Kong’s fate is linked to the preservation of freedom, democracy, and international law in the region and around the world.
For more information, please contact:
media@thecfhk.org
www.thecfhk.org
@thecfhk
CFHK spoke with members of Parliament, and a wide range of interested stakeholders regarding ongoing issues of critical importance, from political prisoners and the destruction of the Sino-British Joint Declaration to the potential for Magnitsky sanctions on China and wider divestment.
Last week, CFHK’s President met with influential and high-profile MPs including Foreign Affairs Spokesman for the SNP, Alyn Smith MP, and John Nicolson MP, Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Spokesman for the SNP. This has been another successful visit for CFHK, who late last month met with fellow Foreign Affairs Committee members Alicia Kearns MP and Neil Coyle MP, Shadow Minister for Asia and the Pacific, Stephen Kinnock MP, and Lord Alton of Liverpool.
These lawmakers have long been vocal in their criticism of China and its deeply concerning actions in Hong Kong to suppress political opponents, freedom of speech, and other civil liberties.
CFHK President Mark Clifford said:
“My sincerest thanks to all MPs who we were able to meet across our two visits. They continue to be a thorn in the side of a relentless Chinese Government bent on assimilating Hong Kong into the mainland. Their doggedness on behalf of the people of Hong Kong is welcome, yet there is still so much to do.
“I encourage all British lawmakers, including the British Government, to continue to condemn Chinese incursions into Hong Kong, and commit to working with other governments around the world in protecting Hong Kongers’ rights and freedoms. Only a multilateral and coordinated response will compel China to respect the provisions set out in the Sino-British Joint Declaration.
“I look forward to building a positive working relationship as we seek jointly to repel China’s oppressive behaviour.”
ENDS
About the Committee for Freedom in Hong Kong
The Committee for Freedom in Hong Kong (CFHK) presses for political and economic consequences for China’s failure to keep its promises regarding Hong Kong’s freedoms. CFHK supports the rule of law, freedom of expression, and the release of political prisoners – and urges the business community to stand against China’s assault on freedom, which also imperils Hong Kong’s status as an international financial centre. Hong Kong’s fate is linked to the preservation of freedom, democracy, and international law in the region and around the world.
For more information, please contact:
media@thecfhk.org
www.thecfhk.org
@thecfhk