Just why is Beijing calling for ‘capable’ Hong Kong lawmakers?

Just why is Beijing calling for ‘capable’ Hong Kong lawmakers?

[South China Morning Post] - 03/10/2025

Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs has hinted at the central government’s dissatisfaction with some in the ‘patriots-only’ Legco.



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