Hong Kong Delays Legislative Election for One Year on Virus
- Lam says delay will ensure public health, fair election
- Postponement comes after opposition candidates were barred
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Hong Kong delayed a key Legislative Council election scheduled for September for one year due to a recent surge in Covid-19 cases, fueling more outrage among the city’s opposition.
“Delaying the Legislative Council election held every four years is a very difficult decision,” Chief Executive Carrie Lam said at a Friday night press conference. “But in order to curb the pandemic, ensure public safety and citizens’ health, and meanwhile ensure the election is held under an open and fair environment, this decision is necessary.”