US revocation on Hong Kong: Big symbolism, less certain effect

Washington (AFP) May 28, 2020

President Donald Trump's administration has taken the major step of revoking Hong Kong's special status under US law, but even US officials acknowledge the move is unlikely to sway Beijing. Here are some of the key questions following Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's certification to Congress on Wednesday: - Why did the US act? - Pompeo made the determination hours before China's rub