In reaction to Washingtons new legislation on Hong Kong, Beijing says it will suspend visits to the city by American warships and impose sanctions on several NGOs.
Some analysts argue Beijings reaction indicates China is wary of upsetting trade negotiations with the US. China has denounced the new human rights legislation as illegal interference into its internal affairs.
Michael Lane; Founder, American Institute for Foreign Policy (Washington DC) Executive Dir, Ron Paul Institute, Daniel McAdams (Lake Jackson, TX)