SRES 259
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A resolution remembering the victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre and condemning the continued and intensifying crackdown on human rights and basic freedoms within the People's Republic of China, including the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, by the Chinese Community Party, and for other purposes.
Introduced: June 8, 2021
Introduced by:
Markey, Edward J.
Democratic
· Massachusetts
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Jun 8, 2021
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3989-3990)
Jun 8, 2021
Introduced in Senate
Plain-English summary
This resolution expresses respect for and solidarity with the families and friends of those killed, tortured, and imprisoned for participating in prodemocracy demonstrations during the spring of 1989 in Tiananmen Square. It also reaffirms support for those who continue to work for political reform, rule of law, and human rights in China.
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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3989-3990)
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