Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam has announced the withdrawal of an extradition bill that has triggered the largest protests in the city’s history.
Lam’s announcement was made in a pre-recorded television address just before 6 p.m. local time on Sept. 4.
Hong Kong Leader Announces Withdrawal of Extradition Bill That Sparked Protest Movement
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam, seen in a telecast, makes an announcement in Hong Kong, on Sept. 4, 2019. Vincent Yu/AP Photo
Frank Fang
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Frank Fang
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Frank Fang is a Taiwan-based journalist. He covers U.S., China, and Taiwan news. He holds a master's degree in materials science from Tsinghua University in Taiwan.
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