The Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce says it is reassured by the stability that the new security law imposed by Beijing could bring after months of demonstrations. Last month, HSBC bank, headquartered in London, even welcomed the entry into force of this text, attracting the wrath of the British government, and more particularly that of the British Minister for Foreign Affairs, Dominic Raab . "The rights and responsibilities to the people of Hong Kong should not be sacrificed on the altar of bankers' bonuses," he said to the bank on Wednesday before threatening Beijing with reprisals, committing in particular to facilitate the immigration of Hong Kongers to the United Kingdom.

Chinese authorities retorted on Thursday, warning that China would take "adequate measures" if London extended access to British citizenship for Hong Kongers. They also warned Washington of further sanctions. 

The thinktank "Eurasia group" fears an escalation and speaks of a "very dark" chapter to come in the relationship between China and the United States. A risk that the business community ignores ... for the moment. 

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