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It's worth recognizing that that was the case because China told the British that they would invade HK if the British gave them full self-determination.
by jbay808 7y ago
It's worth recognizing that that was the case because China told the British that they would invade HK if the British gave them full self-determination.
- throwaway7921 7y agoIt should also be worth recognizing the British only did that because they knew they could no longer hold on to Hong Kong. They also tried to stop Portugal from giving the people of Macau citizenship because they were afraid the Hong Kong people would also demand it.
- DiogenesKynikos 7y agoThat's not true. Britain ruled Hong Kong for over a century without introducing democracy. The governor was appointed by the UK Foreign Minister, the legislature was appointed by the governor, and most of the high administrative posts were held by Brits. Chinese people were treated as second-class citizens, and of course had no say in government. The UK only began introducing any democratic elements once it became clear that they were going to hand over the city to China.