- China blasted U.S. politician Marco Rubio's comments on the Tiananmen Square crackdown as "smearing" its political system and accused the U.S. of interfering under the guise of human rights.
- Taiwan President Lai urged China to "face up to" the June 4, 1989 events, acknowledge the truth and seek reconciliation, using the anniversary to criticise Beijing.
- Overseas vigils marked the 37th anniversary while Hong Kong's once-large public commemorations have largely ended since the 2020 national security law.
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