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Hong Kong leader says sudden removal of China’s top official in the city was “normal”

Zheng Yanxiong, director of China’s Hong Kong Liaison Office, speaks during the National Security Education Day opening ceremony in Hong Kong, China April 15, 2024. REUTERS/Lam Yik/File Photo

+ Zheng’s removal was partly due to anger over Hutchison port deal, source says

+ Zheng’s removal was sudden, his tenure shorter than some others

+ Zheng known for his hardline policies on national security