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UPDATED 11:21 AM PT — Sunday, May 24, 2020
The White House is considering placing sanctions on China if the new legislation against Hong Kong is passed. According to National Security Adviser Robert O’Brien, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo wouldn’t be able to certify Hong Kong’s high degree of autonomy, which would lead to sanctions on both.
O’Brien went on to say it would be difficult for Hong Kong to remain the financial center in Asia if China takes control.
“I also think you’re going to have a terrible brain train. I think Hong Kong citizens, many of whom can travel under certain circumstances, could travel to the United Kingdom or seek refuge in other places. They’re not going to stay in Hong Kong to be dominated by the People’s Republic of China and the Communist Party.” – Robert O’Brien, National Security Adviser
He also said it would have a significant economic impact, because global corporations would have no reason to stay if the capitalist system is taken from Hong Kong.
https://www.oann.com/obrien-u-s-may-place-sanctions-on-china-over-hong-kong-legislation/