Thousands march in Hong Kong over proposed extradition law changes

SUMMARY

Thousands of people protested in Hong Kong on Sunday against a government plan to change extradition laws, fearing an erosion of personal freedom and the city's status as an international business hub.

By ReutersMar 31, 2019 5:38:14 PM IST (Published)

Demonstrators march during a protest to demand authorities scrap a proposed extradition bill with China. (REUTERS/Tyrone Siu)

Protest organizers said 12,000 people took the streets on Sunday. (REUTERS/Tyrone Siu)

Bookseller Lam Wing-kee speaks during a protest to demand authorities scrap a proposed extradition bill with China. (REUTERS/Tyrone Siu)

Bookseller Lam Wing-kee marches during a protest. (REUTERS/Tyrone Siu)

The planned changes have been strongly opposed by some lawmakers, legal and rights groups who fear that it could be exploited by Beijing. (REUTERS/Tyrone Siu)

A masked demonstrator marches during the protest. (REUTERS/Tyrone Siu)