China has slammed what it calls "blatant slander" against Hong Kong's judicial system following the High Court's verdict in Jimmy Lai's case. 🇨🇳⚖️ Foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated Monday that Beijing "firmly opposes" foreign interference, emphasizing Hong Kong's legal autonomy under the 'one country, two systems' framework.
The remarks come after Britain and other nations questioned judicial independence in the city, with Guo asserting: "Hong Kong affairs are purely China's internal matters." The case has sparked global debate about press freedom, but Chinese officials insist the ruling demonstrates the rule of law in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
Analysts note this clash highlights ongoing tensions between China and Western governments over governance models. 🔥 As young global citizens, how do you balance national sovereignty with international human rights concerns? Let us know your thoughts below! 👇
