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HONG KONG, June 27-- People from various sectors of Hong Kong society Saturday expressed opposition to the so-called "Hong Kong Autonomy Act" passed by the U.S. Senate, stressing that the U.S. move once again highlights the necessity of national security legislation for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). The U.S. Senate tried to create trouble with the so-called "Hong Kong Autonomy Act" in an attempt to harm the interests of China and residents of Hong Kong, and such move is despicable, said Li Yin-quan, a deputy to the National People's Congress (NPC) from the HKSAR. Stressing that Hong Kong affairs are China's internal affairs, Li said the U.S. act can not shake the central authorities' resolve to make national security laws for Hong Kong. Li said he believes that after the law takes effect, Hong Kong's status as an international financial center will be further consolidated and the region will develop even better in the future. Henry Cai, a businessman and chairman of social group Hong Kong Island Federation, said the passage of the act, which is morally irrational and contrary to facts, is a blatant interference in China's internal affairs and a serious violation of international conventions and norms governing international relations. The U.S. move once again highlights the necessity for the central authorities to make laws on safeguarding national security for Hong Kong, he said, adding that the laws are expected to help improve the work, investment and business environment in Hong Kong. | 
