Nov 9, 2023 · U.S. policy toward Hong Kong is grounded in the determination to promote Hong Kong’s prosperity, autonomy, and way of life. The United States has significant economic interests in Hong Kong and the region is home to a large community of U.S. citizens.

Hong Kong–United States relations are bilateral relations between Hong Kong and the United States. The United States had a consulate in British Hong Kong. Hong Kong was often used as a trade lane between the West and the People's Republic of China during the Cold War. [1]

Mar 29, 2024 · Hong Kong law, including the Basic Law, provides for freedom of movement within Hong Kong, as well as the freedom to travel, to enter or leave Hong Kong, and to emigrate, but during the covered period, the government restricted enjoyment of this right for certain individuals.

Apr 8, 2024 · The United States sees Hong Kong’s new national security law as a tool to potentially silence dissent both at home and abroad, but has tread carefully so far in responding, a disappointment to those fighting for democracy and freedoms in the Chinese territory.

The United States-Hong Kong Policy Act, or more commonly known as the Hong Kong Policy Act (S. 1731 Pub. L. 102–383) or Hong Kong Relations Act, is a 1992 act enacted by the United States Congress.It allows the United States to continue to treat Hong Kong separately from mainland China for matters concerning trade export and economic control after the 1997 Hong Kong handover.

Situated in the vibrant economic center of Hong Kong, the U.S. Consulate General serves both the Hong Kong and Macau consular districts. The United States has had a consular presence in Hong Kong since 1843 and the current Consulate General has been at its location on Garden Road since the late 1950s.

According to HKG statistics, the stock of U.S. investment in Hong Kong has declined by over $1 billion since 2020. Approximately 3,647 overseas companies had regional operations registered in Hong Kong as of June 1, 2023. The United States has the largest number of …

6 days ago · The United States must reaffirm its commitment to defending human rights and standing with those who defend the values we hold dear worldwide,” said Megan Khoo, Policy Director, Hong Kong Watch. “Hong Kong’s judiciary has been weaponized by the authorities to silence dissent and dismantle freedoms following the 2019-2020 crackdown.

Jan 6, 2020 · U.S. merchandise trade statistics list Hong Kong as the 21st largest trading partner for the United States in 2018, with total trade of $43.8 billion. The U.S. trade surplus with Hong Kong—$31.1 billion—was its largest in 2018.

May 7, 2024 · Informed by an intensive research trip, this report assesses the extent of the erosion of Hong Kong’s autonomy across a range of spheres, including governance, the economy, and civil society. On this basis, the authors evaluate the …