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On the recordMay 2, 2017
I think the administration here must realize that in dealing with China and hopefully making treaties with China over many issues, your administration must bear in mind that Hong Kong is now part of China.
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Marco Rubio
Republican · Florida

Editor's note · Context

Rubio stresses the importance of considering Hong Kong's status in U.S.-China relations.

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