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Australia has granted asylum to former Hong Kong lawmaker Ted Hui, prompting criticism from China, which accuses Australia of interfering in Hong Kong's affairs. Hui views the asylum as a sign that Australia is willing to stand up to China on human rights while maintaining economic ties.

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  • Australia has granted asylum to exiled former Hong Kong lawmaker Ted Hui. 6s
  • Hui faces criminal charges in Hong Kong related to the 2019 pro-democracy protests. 38s
  • Hui sees the asylum as recognition of human rights concerns in Hong Kong and Australia's willingness to challenge China. 47s
  • Hong Kong and Chinese authorities criticized Australia and the UK for granting asylum to wanted activists. 1m 35s
  • China's foreign ministry urged countries to stop interfering in Hong Kong affairs. 1m 57s
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Ex-Hong Kong lawmaker granted asylum by Australia

Former Hong Kong lawmaker Ted Hui is granted asylum by Australia, which he sees as a key acknowledgement of Hong Kong's human rights infringements and a willingness by Australia to stand up to China.

Ex-Hong Kong lawmaker granted asylum by Australia
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Ex-Hong Kong lawmaker granted asylum by Australia

Hong Kong and Chinese authorities summon the Australian Consul General, accusing Australia of undermining the rule of law by harboring individuals wanted by Hong Kong. China's foreign ministry labels Hui an 'anti-China rioter' and urges countries to stop interfering in Hong Kong affairs.

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