Hong Kong’s top leader, Carrie Lam, condemned the violence and refused to retract the bill. “The students’ emotions are just an expression of Hong Kong society. Quick guide Democracy under fire in Hong Kong since 1997 Show Hide Hong Kong's democratic struggles since 1997 1 July 1997: Hong Kong, previously a British colony, is returned to China under the framework of "one country, two systems". 2003: Hong Kong's leaders introduce legislation that would forbid acts of treason and subversion against the Chinese government. The move triggers a massive protest as crowds occupy some of Hong Kong's most crowded districts for 70 days.

Source: The Guardian June 14, 2019 11:37 UTC