Xi Walks Into Fiery China Debate in Landmark Hong Kong Visit
- First presidential trip to city since mass democracy protests
- Leader expected to warn critics while touting stronger ties
Xi Vows to Support Hong Kong in First Official Visit
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Of all the territory under China’s control, none has challenged Beijing in recent years more than Hong Kong.
Xi Jinping arrived Thursday for his first to the financial hub since becoming China’s top leader in 2012. Since then, Hong Kong has been rocked by waves of street protests pushing back against China’s perceived encroachment and a new “localist” movement advocating independence.