The SAR government on Sunday "strongly opposed and disapproved" of smears with distorted facts by foreign government officials and politicians regarding Hong Kong's lawful act to pursue wanted persons who endanger national security and abscond from the city.
The government spokesman stated that countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia, as well as anti-China organizations, turned a blind eye to the illegal acts of criminals and deliberately made irresponsible remarks in an attempt to mislead the public about the measures and actions taken by the SAR Government in accordance with the law.
The spokesman noted that the police applied to the court for arrest warrants in accordance with the law and put the persons involved on the wanted list.
"Any acts disregarding the facts and smearing HKSAR's work in safeguarding national security with untruthful remarks are hypocritical and irresponsible, and will not win any public support."
The spokesman also emphasized that absconders should not think they can evade criminal liability by absconding from Hong Kong.
"Ultimately, they will be liable for their acts constituting serious offences endangering national security and be punished by the law. No country or organisation should harbour criminals nor try to exonerate these people with different excuses."
