State Dept.'s Ortagus Sees Bipartisan Consensus on Hong Kong Autonomy

The U.S. Secretary of State announced that Hong Kong no longer warrants special treatment under U.S. law due to a lack of autonomy. This decision follows a series of events, including protests and Beijing's increasing influence. The announcement has prompted discussions on international trust in China and potential legislative actions in the U.S.

What was the significance of the announcement made by the Secretary of State regarding Hong Kong?

How has the treatment of Hong Kong changed since the 1997 handover according to the announcement?

What actions taken by the Chinese government have influenced the U.S. decision regarding Hong Kong's autonomy?

What is the expected reaction from other countries regarding the U.S. stance on Hong Kong?

What is the bipartisan consensus in Washington regarding the Chinese Communist Party's actions in Hong Kong?