Chinese authorities condemn Germany for suspending extradition treaty with Hong Kong

Chinese Embassy in Berlin on Saturday, August 1 condemned Germany’s decision to suspend extrition agreement with Hong Kong after former British colony decided to postpone its elections.

Chinese Embassy, in a statement, expressed its ‘strong indignation’ and ‘firm opposition’ towards suspension of extrition agreement. embassy also defended Hong Kong’s decision to postpone Legislative Council election and said that it is a ‘responsible move’ to protect lives and health of Hong Kong residents. 

Chinese consulate said, “Hong Kong affairs are China's internal affairs. German side's erroneous remarks on Hong Kong and suspension of extrition treaty with Hong Kong are a serious breach of international law and basic rms governing international relations and gross violation of China's internal affairs. We firmly oppose m and reserve right to react furr”. 

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Repeatedly me ‘expectation’ clear

Earlier on July 31, German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas h issued a statement regarding postponement of legislative elections in Hong Kong and suspension of  extrition treaty in retaliation.

Mass h said that decision was taken following detention of four activists by newly established National Security Department which concerned European power. He also pointed out Hong Kong's election commission's decision to disqualify candidates who are kwn for criticising Beijing's draconian policies. 

German Foreign Minister furr said that country has been repeatedly making its expectation clear to China to abide by its duties under international law that includes ensuring basic rights and freedom to Hong Kong. 

(With ANI inputs) 

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