A spokesman for the U.S. State Department strongly said that the arrest was "politically motivated" after Hong Kong newspaper executives, known for their critical tone to China, were arrested on suspicion of violating the Hong Kong National Security Law. After blaming him, he urged Hong Kong authorities to stop undue pressure on the media.
On the 17th, Hong Kong police, including the head of the editorial department of the Hong Kong newspaper "Ringo Daily", which is known for its critical tone to China, said that it had colluded with foreign powers and harmed national security. Announced that the person was arrested on suspicion of violating the Hong Kong National Security Law.
"Everyone knows that in the world of journalism, exchanging opinions with foreigners is never a crime. It's a politically motivated arrest," US State Department spokesman Price said in a telephone interview yesterday. I strongly criticized it.
"Attempts to limit the free flow of information not only undermine Hong Kong's democratic system, but also undermine Hong Kong's credibility as an international hub," he told Hong Kong officials. , Released executives immediately and demanded that unreasonable pressure on the media be stopped.
Regarding the situation in Hong Kong, the United States is collaborating with allies, such as the G7 Summit held until the 13th in the United Kingdom = the summit declaration of the seven major countries summit, which includes a statement calling for respect for Hong Kong's basic freedom. Increasing pressure on China.