The chairman of American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong (AmCham) Robert Grieves and president Tara Joseph were separately prevented from entering Macau on Saturday, according to a statement issued by the AmCham.
Both Robert Grieves and Tara Joseph travelled to the annual AmCham Macau Ball.
“Robert and Tara were given no reason for why they were delayed,” according to the the statement.
“After several hours, and after having to sign a statement that they voluntarily agreed not to pursue entry into Macau, they both returned to Hong Kong without any difficulty. We are puzzled as to why this happened, given this was simply a social occasion to celebrate AmCham Macau’s annual gathering.” the statement said.
It added that AmCham is a business chamber and has been consistent in its support for the development of business in the Greater Bay Area.
“We hope that this is just an overreaction to current events and that international business can constructively forge ahead,” it read.
According to South China Morning Post (SCMP) today Joseph has visited Macau at least once previously, to attend the annual ball in December 2017.
She previously said that, although AmCham supported the goal of the act in its pursuit of human rights, the legislation could adversely affect business cooperation between Hong Kong and the US.
The Macau public security police force did not respond to a request by SCMP for comment.
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