U.S. senator warns of trade repercussions if China cracks down on Hong Kong protests GlobeBusiness
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Cardin, a Democrat, has co-sponsored bipartisan legislation that would require the U.S. government to provide annual justification for the continuation of special treatment afforded to the territory.A 1992 U.S. law affords Hong Kong preferential treatment in matters of trade and economics compared with China. Areas of special treatment include visas, law enforcement and investment.
“The president has not been clear that the United States stands with the people of Hong Kong in protecting their human rights and the autonomy,” Cardin said. “It is inconceivable that the president would put the blame on those who are seeking to protect their rights.
The co-sponsor of Cardin’s Hong Kong bill, Republican Marco Rubio, has also urged Trump to take a tougher line with China over Hong Kong.
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