This was reported on the official website of the White House.

“The situation regarding Hong Kong, including the recent actions taken by the PRC to undermine Hong Kong's autonomy, remains an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy and economy of the United States,” Biden said.

The American leader said that in this regard, it was decided to extend the corresponding sanctions for a year.

The PRC Foreign Ministry earlier called on the United States to stop interfering in the country's internal affairs and the situation in Hong Kong.

Beijing denies Washington's stance on undermining Hong Kong's autonomy.