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UK MPs Press for Extradition Request as Tate Brothers Publicize Hong Kong Visit

Hong Kong authorities say they cannot detain the brothers without a formal request from the UK or Romania.

Overview

  • Senior Conservatives and Liberal Democrats called on Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood to urgently seek the brothers’ extradition to face UK charges.
  • The brothers arrived over the weekend and shared videos and photos from locations including Lan Kwai Fong and Wan Chai.
  • Hong Kong lawmakers said no action can be taken absent formal requests, noting the city has no treaty with Romania and the UK pact was suspended in 2020.
  • A Home Office spokesperson declined to confirm whether any request has been made, while Hong Kong police said they liaise with overseas counterparts through established channels.
  • Andrew and Tristan Tate face charges in Romania and the UK tied to rape and human trafficking, with UK charges authorised in 2025, and they deny all accusations.