The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government issued a solemn statement today to strongly condemn the shameful acts of Chow Ting, who was arrested by Police’s National Security Department for suspected violation of the offence of collusion with a foreign country or with external elements to endanger national security, of absconding to avoid legal responsibilities.

The statement said Chow Ting blatantly claimed on social media that she planned to jump bail, which is in total disregard of law and order. The Hong Kong SAR Government will spare no effort in bringing her to justice in accordance with the law.

Chow Ting's flagrant disregard for police bail terms showed that she is completely devoid of integrity. She has also never soberly reflected on her acts, which are suspected to have violated the law, but has tried to escape from legal consequences.

No matter what excuses she put forward or how she attempted to deceive and win sympathy, her hypocrisy, disgrace and disregard for law and order are laid bare.

The statement pointed out that endangering national security is a very serious offence and the Hong Kong SAR Government will fight against it with full force and pursue the liability of the person to the end.

Fugitives should not have any delusion that they could evade legal liabilities by absconding from Hong Kong. Fugitives will be pursued for life unless they turn themselves in.

The Hong Kong SAR Government urged Chow Ting to repent and co-operate with Police, be responsible for her own acts and turn over a new leaf, before it is too late.