Hong Kong summons UK and Australia envoys after activists granted asylum
Published: 8/19/2025

Hong Kong summons UK, Australia envoys over asylum for activists as pro-democracy figures Ted Hui and Tony Chung secure asylum in the UK and Australia respectively. Chief Secretary Chan Kwok-ki warns against "harbouring offenders," amid anger from the Chinese government. Critics argue that the national security law used to jail the activists is being used to suppress dissent and create fear in the city.