HONG KONG — Police on Wednesday increased security around Hong Kong and its university campuses as they braced for more violence after sharp clashes overnight with anti-government protesters. ADVERTISEMENTPolice and protesters battled on multiple fronts overnight at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. He said Hong Kong’s mass transit system and subway, known as MRT, was under stress from acts of violence and vandalism. “At this very critical point, the people of Hong Kong must unite and say no to violence,” said a statement issued by the leaders of Hong Kong’s six major religious groups. Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam eventually withdrew the bill but has insisted the violence stop before any further political dialogue can take place.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer November 13, 2019 04:39 UTC