Pakistan reaffirms support for China's legislation over Hong Kong

Pakistan said on Thursday that Hong Kong affairs are China's internal affairs, Hong Kong is a part of China, and it is important for China to safeguard its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and protect the lives of its citizens.

Pakistan's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Aisha Farooqui made the remarks when responding to a question about China's national security legislation for China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region to better implement "one country, two systems" and for peace and prosperity of Hong Kong.

"We reaffirm that matters related to Hong Kong are China's internal affairs. We believe it is important to uphold international law and adhere to the basic norm of non-interference," Farooqui said at the weekly press briefing.

"Pakistan's position in Hong Kong is consistent and clear. Pakistan adheres to one-China policy," she said.

(CGTN)