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Australia considering 'safe haven' offer to Hong Kongers

Australia's prime minister said the situation in Hong Kong was 'very concerning' (AFP Photo/ISAAC LAWRENCE)

Australia is actively considering providing safe haven to Hong Kong residents in response to China's sweeping new security law, it said Thursday, a move likely to further inflame tensions with Beijing.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the situation in Hong Kong was "very concerning" and his government was "very actively" considering proposals to welcome in residents of the former British territory.

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