Hong Kong government offices close in worst violence in decades - BBC News

Hong Kong government offices close in worst violence in decades - BBC News ,Authorities have shut some government offices in Hong Kong's financial district after the worst violence the city has seen in decades. By Thursday morning ... By Martin Yip, BBC News Chinese, Hong Kong. Hong Kong saw its worst violence in decades this week, with some government offices and banks closing due to the disruption.

Published on Jun 12, 2019 Protesters are angry about plans to allow extradition to mainland China. In an attempt to prevent lawmakers from participating in the debate, activists blockaded main streets and tried to storm key government buildings demanding the bill be scrapped. Police responded by firing tear gas and rubber bullets. to block them and get them to disperse. Despite the widespread opposition, the government has not backed down.