China condemns US politicians’ support for Hong Kong protests
You Wenze spoke out as more protests were planned following a day of rival rallies which highlighted the political divide in the Chinese territory.
You Wenze spoke out as more protests were planned following a day of rival rallies which highlighted the political divide in the Chinese territory.
Teachers say they want to show their support for the protesters, many of whom are students.
Why are authorities in Hong Kong clashing with pro-democracy campaigners?
Demonstrations had gathered outside a police station in the Sham Shui Po area on Wednesday night.
Additional identification checks were in place, but check-in counters were open and flights appeared to be operating normally.
The clashes come amid signs that Beijing is losing patience over the demonstrations in the former British colony.
Protesters forced more flight cancellations as the authorities warned that the situation could not continue.
The city’s leader Carrie Lam says the city is on the path of no return while Beijing has warned of impending action.
Flights have resumed at the city’s airport after protesters forced the closure of the main terminal.
Around 200 flights were cancelled at the airport on Monday.
Amnesty International warned the use of cannon could lead to serious injury.
‘The UK has no sovereignty, jurisdiction or right of supervision over Hong Kong,’ Beijing says.
The incident came during a standoff at a railway station in Tai Wai in the northern region of New Territories.
Hong Kong is in its ninth week of demonstrations.
The continuing protests have sparked concerns over the impact on the city’s crucial travel industry.