China: HK protesters absolutely intolerableBy The Manila Timeshome/News/World/China: HK protesters absolutely intolerableThe commander of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Garrison in Hong Kong on Wednesday condemned recent violence on the streets of Hong Kong, and vowed to firmly safeguard China’s sovereignty and national security. We strongly condemn this,” Chen told a reception in Hong Kong to mark the 92nd anniversary of the founding of the PLA, according to the website of the Ta Kung Pao newspaper in Hong Kong. In the three-minute video, the garrison showcased their ability to carry out various missions, including urban riot control. On Wednesday, the PLA had been gathering on the Hong Kong border and the White House was monitoring the situation. Chinese officials have harshly criticized foreign officials, including those in the US and the UK, for supporting violent protests in Hong Kong and meddling in China’s internal affairs.

Source: Manila Times August 01, 2019 16:18 UTC