I thank my hon. Friend for his question, and I very much agree with what he has to say.

I thank my hon. Friend, who speaks so knowledgably about these issues, particularly in relation to Hong Kong but also China as a whole.

Absolutely.

I thank the hon. Lady for her question.

The hon. Gentleman makes a very good point.

I thank the right hon. Gentleman for his considered comments, and I fully accept and agree with the concerns he has raised.

I think some of us get rather concerned by an independent Parliament, particularly members of the Executive at any one time, but that is

We very much hope and understand that, given the nature of the alleged offences and the protracted legal process, any individuals will no

My hon. Friend is obviously trying to get herself onto the next trip that I take to Hong Kong.

I thank the hon. Gentleman for his thoughtful contribution.