Would extradition legislation allow?

The government had argued the proposed amendments would "plug the loopholes" so that the city would not be a safe haven for criminals.

But critics said those in the former British colony would be exposed to China's deeply flawed justice system, and it would lead to further erosion of the city's judicial independence.

After months of protests which often developed into violence, the bill was officially withdrawn, but that has failed to stop the unrest.