China backs Hong Kong leader as protesters grow quiet

Monday, July 21, 2003

HONG KONG -- Government opponents warned Sunday that the political crisis shaking Hong Kong leader Tung Chee-hwa isn't over, despite China's renewed support for him and a lull in the protests that forced him to back down on an anti-subversion bill.

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