Summary

Condemns the People’s Republic of China and the Hong Kong government for actions that, the resolution says, have eroded Hong Kong’s autonomy and human rights since 1997. It urges governments (including the United States) to hold Beijing and Hong Kong accountable, to support the rights of Hong Kong people, and to use available tools such as the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act to respond, including urging that charges against protesters be dropped.

Key Points

• Non-binding resolution condemning PRC and Hong Kong government actions that the text says have eroded Hong Kong’s autonomy and freedoms since 1997.
• Lists findings about arrests, prosecutions, and treatment of pro‑democracy activists and cites concerns from U.N. experts.
• Expresses support for the people of Hong Kong and calls for charges against protesters to be dropped.
• Urges the U.S. Government and other nations to hold Beijing and Hong Kong accountable using available tools.
• Specifically references use of the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act as an instrument governments should consider.
• Highlights harms to Hong Kong’s reputation and functioning as an international business and financial center.
• Does not create new spending or legal authorities—serves as a statement urging action and accountability.

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