China strongly rebukes and opposes the latest report from the U.S. Department of State concerning Hong Kong's policy, with Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin taking a firm stance against the U.S.'s criticisms of Hong Kong's National Security Law (NSL), electoral system, and Safeguarding National Security Ordinance. Wang criticized the U.S. for discrediting Hong Kong's democracy, rule of law, human rights, and freedom, declaring that the allegations in the report were baseless and unjustified.

Wang emphasized China's unwavering commitment to safeguarding its national sovereignty, security, and development interests while implementing the One Country, Two Systems policy and resisting external interference in Hong Kong's affairs. He urged the U.S. to respect China's sovereignty, the rule of law in Hong Kong, and to refrain from meddling in Hong Kong's matters, warning of retaliatory measures if the U.S. goes ahead with imposing visa restrictions on Hong Kong officials. The spokesperson underscored the stability of Hong Kong's constitutional order based on China's Constitution and the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, highlighting that the central government has maintained overall jurisdiction over Hong Kong, allowing for a high degree of autonomy to be duly exercised.