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Extension of National Emergency Regarding Hong Kong
Original title: Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Hong Kong
July 10, 2024
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What this does
This notice ensures that existing U.S. economic and diplomatic restrictions related to Hong Kong remain in force to address ongoing geopolitical concerns.
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Last recorded activity July 10, 2024.
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Summary
President Biden has extended the national emergency concerning Hong Kong for another year. This action maintains existing economic sanctions and policies originally established in 2020 due to threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy.
Why It Matters
This notice ensures that existing U.S. economic and diplomatic restrictions related to Hong Kong remain in force to address ongoing geopolitical concerns.
Key Facts
- The national emergency regarding Hong Kong is extended for one year beyond July 14, 2024.
- The emergency was originally declared on July 14, 2020, via Executive Order 13936.
- The extension is based on the ongoing threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy posed by actions undermining Hong Kong's autonomy.
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