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After months of protests, Hong Kong govt formally withdraws extradition bill
The security chief on Wednesday announced the bill's withdrawal in the city's legislature.
Hong Kong braces for protests as leader fails to appease activists
In pre-recorded televised address on Wednesday, Lam said extradition bill had been withdrawn, conceding to one of protesters' five demands.
Carrie Lam says, 'Decision to withdraw extradition bill taken by Hong Kong govt not Beijing'
Lam made the statement while responding to a question about Beijing's role in the withdrawal of the controversial bill.
How important is Hong Kong to the rest Of China? An explainer
An intervention by Chinese troops could seriously damage Hong Kong's standing as a stable international financial centre.
Hong Kong leader to announce withdrawal of controversial extradition bill
It was not immediately clear if the announcement, due later on Wednesday, would help end the unrest.
‘Cease anger with love’: Hong Kong tycoon's message on protests
Protests began as opposition to now-suspended extradition bill and have swelled into wider calls for democracy.
China says it remains committed to 'one country, two systems' policy
Yang's remarks have come after 8 consecutive weeks of anti-govt protests in Hong Kong, which began against now-suspended extradition bill.
Police fire tear gas at Hong Kongers defying ban on 'anti-triad' rally
The demonstrations were triggered by a controversial bill which would have allowed extraditions to mainland China.
45 injured as Hong Kong protest escalates, triad gangs seen on streets
Hospital authorities said 45 people were wounded in the attack, with one man in critical condition and five others with serious injuries.
Clashes erupt as Hong Kong protest targets Chinese traders
After issuing warning, police moved forward to disperse crowd of young protesters who say peaceful demonstrations failed to bring change.