China warns UK government over Hong Kong

China has accused Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab of interfering in China’s internal affairs after he spoke to Hong Kong’s leader Carrie Lam. In a statement published online a spokesperson said "China solemnly demands that the British side immediately stop all actions that meddle in Hong Kong affairs”. This diplomatic row comes as further protests are planned by democracy campaigners in the region.

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(Picture: Protesters are seen during a stand-off against riot police in the Taipo district on 10th August 2019 in Hong Kong Credit: Getty Images)