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Lam said the national security legislation will solidify the "One Country, Two Systems" principle, under which Hong Kong has a high degree of autonomy.

The Central Government, which shoulders the primary and ultimate responsibility for upholding national security, cannot just sit by and do nothing.

"China categorically rejects the baseless request of the U.S. for a Security Council meeting," said the Chinese Mission in a statement issued on Wednesday.

In a statement, police said they would make more arrests if rioters continued with their "atrocious acts".

In the long term, the national security legislation will protect Hong Kong's business and investment environment and enhance investors' confidence.