China's army chief in Hong Kong warns that troops are ready to protect national sovereignty
The chief of Chinese military in Hong Kong has warned that his troops are determined to safeguard national sovereignty in his first response to the city's ongoing protests, which have entered the eighth week and left the financial hub in turmoil.
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