HONG KONG - OCTOBER 7: Leticia Lee See-Yin (2nd L), leader of the anti-Occupy 'blue ribbon' group talks to the pro-democracy protesters near the central government offices in Hong Kong on October 7, 2014.Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 7: Police stand guard during the pro-democracy protest near the central government offices in Hong Kong on October 7, 2014.Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

Demonstrators gather outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014. Hong Kong's protest leaders held a second round of talks with government officials, easing tensions in the streets as the city began to assess the impact of almost two weeks of demonstrations. Photographer: Brent Lewin/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Demonstrators gather outside the entrance to Admiralty Centre to confront anti-Occupy 'blue ribbon' supporters near the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014. Hong Kong's protest leaders held a second round of talks with government officials, easing tensions in the streets as the city began to assess the impact of almost two weeks of demonstrations. Photographer: Brent Lewin/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Demonstrators gather outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014. Hong Kong's protest leaders held a second round of talks with government officials, easing tensions in the streets as the city began to assess the impact of almost two weeks of demonstrations. Photographer: Brent Lewin/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Demonstrators gather outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014. Hong Kong's protest leaders held a second round of talks with government officials, easing tensions in the streets as the city began to assess the impact of almost two weeks of demonstrations. Photographer: Brent Lewin/Bloomberg via Getty Images

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 07: A makeshift barricade is seen blocking a road into the pro-democracy protest site on October 7, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. With many protesters returning to work and school, supporter numbers have dwindled leaving a small number defying the governments request to leave the area. Student leaders and government officials agreed today to hold talks to end the two week protests. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

Pro government protesters prepare to march through Admiralty district on October 7, 2014 in Hong Kong. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro democracy protesters sing a song as pro government protesters prepare to march through Admiralty district on October 7, 2014 in Hong Kong. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 7 : A police officer is seen on a blockaded road next to the central government offices in Hong Kong on October 7, 2014.Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 7 : A pro-democracy protester rests on a blockaded road next to the central government offices in Hong Kong on October 7, 2014.Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

An office worker walks over barricades set up across a divider on Connaught Road in the Central area of Hong Kong, China, on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014. With Hong Kong's student-led protests dwindling and rally leaders in talks to end their 12-day campaign, a small number of demonstrators are threatening to ignore any call to abandon their posts. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A woman walks past a wall of post it messages of support near an occupied area in Hong Kong on October 7, 2014. Small knots of pro-democracy demonstrators remained on Hong Kong's streets after protest leaders agreed to talks with the government and dwindling demonstrator numbers dropped further. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

A pro-democracy protester watches the sunrise from an empty road in the Admiralty district of Hong Kong early on October 7, 2014. Pro-democracy demonstrators stood divided over whether to withdraw from protest sites across Hong Kong Sunday, hours before a government deadline to clear key roads they have blockaded for the last week. AFP PHOTO / Ed Jones (Photo credit should read ED JONES/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro democracy protesters have breakfast at Hong Kong's Mongkok district on October 7, 2014. Hong Kong's pro-democracy protest leaders agree to talks with government as crowds at demonstration sites shrink. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Policemen stand in front a barricade in Hong Kong's Mongkok district on October 7, 2014. Hong Kong's pro-democracy protest leaders agree to talks with government as crowds at demonstration sites shrink. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro democracy protesters rest in Hong Kong's Mongkok district on October 7, 2014. Hong Kong's pro-democracy protest leaders agree to talks with government as crowds at demonstration sites shrink. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Demonstrators take photographs of the Umbrella Man statue outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, Oct. 6, 2014. Pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong saw their ranks thinned today as they prepared for formal talks with the government on demands for free elections. Photographer: Brent Lewin/Bloomberg via Getty Images

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 06: Pro democracy protesters sit on a bridge near Hong Kong Government Complex on October 6, 2014 in Hong Kong. Pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

Policemen intervene as a pro-government protester argues with reporters at Hong Kong's Mongkok district on October 6, 2014. Hong Kong protest leaders said they had agreed to hold talks with the government as their numbers dwindled and they faced growing pressure to end their pro-democracy sit-in. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Policemen stand opposite a makeshift barricade at Hong Kong's Mongkok district on October 6, 2014. Hong Kong protest leaders said they had agreed to hold talks with the government as their numbers dwindled and they faced growing pressure to end their pro-democracy sit-in. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

A man on a deserted highway blocked by barricades of pro-democracy demonstrators in Hong Kong on October 6, 2014. Exhausted Hong Kong demonstrators debated the next step in their pro-democracy campaign as their numbers dwindled after a week of rallies, and the city returned to work despite road closures and traffic gridlock. AFP PHOTO / Ed JONES (Photo credit should read ED JONES/AFP/Getty Images)

Two men walk on a deserted highway blocked by barricades of pro-democracy demonstrators in Hong Kong on October 6, 2014. Exhausted Hong Kong demonstrators debated the next step in their pro-democracy campaign as their numbers dwindled after a week of rallies, and the city returned to work despite road closures and traffic gridlock. AFP PHOTO / Ed JONES (Photo credit should read ED JONES/AFP/Getty Images)

Pedestrians walk past a barricade outside a Chow Sang Sang Holdings International Ltd. jewelry store on Nathan Road in the area of Mongkok in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, Oct. 6, 2014. Pro-democracy demonstrations in central Hong Kong dwindled after the start of talks with the government, with some roads and schools reopening as tensions eased that police were poised to clear protesters. Photographer: Brent Lewin/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A pedestrian walks past a barricade in the area of Mongkok in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, Oct. 6, 2014. Pro-democracy demonstrations in central Hong Kong dwindled after the start of talks with the government, with some roads and schools reopening as tensions eased that police were poised to clear protesters. Photographer: Brent Lewin/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Police officers stand outside a Chow Sang Sang Holdings International Ltd. jewelry store on Nathan Road in the area of Mongkok in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, Oct. 6, 2014. Pro-democracy demonstrations in central Hong Kong dwindled after the start of talks with the government, with some roads and schools reopening as tensions eased that police were poised to clear protesters. Photographer: Brent Lewin/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A woman walks past an advertisement featuring US President Barack Obama near a barricade of pro-democracy demonstrators in Hong Kong on October 6, 2014. Exhausted Hong Kong demonstrators debated the next step in their pro-democracy campaign as their numbers dwindled after a week of rallies, and the city returned to work despite road closures and traffic gridlock. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 6: A government worker walks past the protest site returning to work Monday morning as authorities threaten to clear the site October 6, 2014 in Hong Kong. Pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign as they continue to call for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

A woman walks near a barricade outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, Oct. 6, 2014. Pro-democracy protesters allowed civil servants to enter Hong Kongs government offices as demonstrations that had paralyzed parts of the city for 10 days thinned after the start of talks with student leaders. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 6: Almost 3,000 government workers return to work past protesters Monday morning as authorities threaten to clear the site October 6, 2014 in Hong Kong. Pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign as they continue to call for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

Commuters returning to work walk past a group of police officers standing guard near a tent (back L) set up by pro-democracy protesters in the district of Mong Kok in Hong Kong on October 6, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 5: Protesters walk along the protest site on a quiet night as the standoff continues October 5, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign as they continue to call for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

A woman stands between two umbrellas as she looks over the bridge to Admiralty district on October 05, 2014 in Hong Kong. Pro-democracy demonstrators stood divided Sunday over whether to withdraw from protest sites across Hong Kong, hours before a government deadline to clear key roads they have blockaded for the last week. Embattled Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying has said his administration was determined to 'take all necessary actions to restore social order' and pave the way for government staff to resume work by Monday morning. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

The statue 'Umbrella Man' by the Hong Kong artist known as Milk, is set up at a pro-democracy protest site next to the central government offices in Hong Kong on October 5, 2014. Pro-democracy demonstrators stood divided Sunday over whether to withdraw from protest sites across Hong Kong, hours before a government deadline to clear key roads they have blockaded for the last week. Embattled Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying has said his administration was determined to 'take all necessary actions to restore social order' and pave the way for government staff to resume work by Monday morning. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE, MANDATORY CREDIT OF THE ARTIST, TO ILLUSTRATE THE EVENT AS SPECIFIED IN THE CAPTION (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

The statue 'Umbrella Man' by the Hong Kong artist known as Milk, is set up at a pro-democracy protest site next to the central government offices in Hong Kong on October 5, 2014. Pro-democracy demonstrators stood divided Sunday over whether to withdraw from protest sites across Hong Kong, hours before a government deadline to clear key roads they have blockaded for the last week. Embattled Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying has said his administration was determined to 'take all necessary actions to restore social order' and pave the way for government staff to resume work by Monday morning. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE, MANDATORY CREDIT OF THE ARTIST, TO ILLUSTRATE THE EVENT AS SPECIFIED IN THE CAPTION (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

Demonstrators gather outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014. Pro-democracy protesters allowed greater access to the Hong Kong government headquarters before a deadline by tomorrow to clear the site. Photographer: Brent Lewin/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Demonstrators gather outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014. Pro-democracy protesters allowed greater access to the Hong Kong government headquarters before a deadline by tomorrow to clear the site. Photographer: Brent Lewin/Bloomberg via Getty Images

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 05: Police officers carry a fence outside of Hong Kong's Chief Executive C.Y. Leung's office on October 5, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

People attend a democracy classroom next to a barricade of pro-democracy demonstrators in Hong Kong on October 5, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

An umbrella is displayed on a barricade of pro-democracy demonstrators in Hong Kong on October 5, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

A couple looks out at a pro-democracy rally in the Central district of Hong Kong next to a protest banner on October 5, 2014. Fresh clashes broke out at Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests on October 5, with riot police using batons and pepper spray to fight back demonstrators, as student leaders reopened the door to talks with the government. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

A street sign altered to read 'democracy express' is seen in the Central district at the site of a pro-democracy protest in Hong Kong on October 5, 2014. Fresh clashes broke out at Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests on October 5, with riot police using batons and pepper spray to fight back demonstrators, as student leaders reopened the door to talks with the government. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protestors cheer in an effort to calm a man shouting slogans at them in the Mong Kok district of Hong Kong on October 5, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

A man (C) gestures as he calls for pro-democracy protestors to leave the Mong Kok district of Hong Kong on October 5, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 5: Student protesters carry a barrier to block a major street leading to the protest site October 5, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign as they continue to call for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

Demonstrators gather on Connaught Road near the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014. Hong Kong student protesters were urged to leave areas they've occupied for more than a week after the city's top official set tomorrow as the deadline to open access to government offices barricaded by demonstrators. Photographer: Brent Lewin/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A drawing is seen at a pro-democracy site in Hong Kong on October 5, 2014. Pro-democracy demonstrators stood divided over whether to withdraw from protest sites across Hong Kong on October 5, hours before a government deadline to clear key roads they have blockaded for the last week. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Demonstrators gather on Connaught Road outside the Central Government Offices, right, in Hong Kong, China, on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014. Hong Kong student protesters were urged to leave areas they've occupied for more than a week after the city's top official set tomorrow as the deadline to open access to government offices barricaded by demonstrators. Photographer: Brent Lewin/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A demonstrator inspects a barricade on Harcourt Road near the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014. Hong Kong student protesters were urged to leave areas they've occupied for more than a week after the city's top official set tomorrow as the deadline to open access to government offices barricaded by demonstrators. Photographer: Brent Lewin/Bloomberg via Getty Images

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 5: A student protester stands guard at a barrier blocking a major street leading to the protest site October 5, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign as they continue to call for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 5: A student protester stands guard at a barrier blocking a major street leading to the protest site October 5, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign as they continue to call for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

A woman looks at messages posted alongside yellow ribbons at the entrance to the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014. Hong Kong Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying set a Monday deadline for opening access to government offices barricaded this week by pro-democracy protesters, raising the possibility of further clashes. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A woman displays the word democracy on her leg at a pro-democracy rally near the central government offices in Hong Kong on October 5, 2014. Fresh clashes broke out at Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests on October 5, with riot police using batons and pepper spray to fight back demonstrators, as student leaders reopened the door to talks with the government. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 05: A man threatens to throw himself off the bridge as he protests against the blocking of the roads near the Government Complex in Hong Kong on October 5, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 05: A man threatens to throw himself off the bridge as he protests against the blocking of the roads near the Government Complex in Hong Kong on October 5, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

A protester sleeps on a road outside the Central Government Office in Hong Kong on October 5, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Ed Jones (Photo credit should read ED JONES/AFP/Getty Images)

Police officers and rescue workers clear away tents and supplies at a pro-democracy protest area underneath a bridge that a man was standing on and threatening to jump, near the central government offices in Hong Kong on October 5, 2014. Fresh clashes broke out at Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests on October 5, with riot police using batons and pepper spray to fight back demonstrators, as student leaders reopened the door to talks with the government. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

Protesters sit before the city skyline outside the Central Government Office in Hong Kong on October 5, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Ed Jones (Photo credit should read ED JONES/AFP/Getty Images)

A dog stands on an empty road outside the Central Government Office in Hong Kong on October 5, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Ed Jones (Photo credit should read ED JONES/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 05: Pro-democracy protesters rest against a roadside barrier on a street outside the Hong Kong Government Complex on October 5, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro-democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district despite demands from Hong Kong Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying to clear the area before Monday, October 6. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

An image of an umbrella made up of yellow ribbons, both symbols of the pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong, is laid out on the ground near the central government offices on October 5, 2014. Fresh clashes broke out at Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests on October 5, with riot police using batons and pepper spray to fight back demonstrators, as student leaders reopened the door to talks with the government. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

A demonstrator wears a t-shirt with an image of South African leader Nelson Mandela during protests in the Mong Kok area in Hong Kong, China, on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Police stand guard in the Mong Kok area in Hong Kong, China, on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 05: Police officers jumps a fence during a pro-democracy protest in the Monkok area of Hong Kong on October 5, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 05: Police stand guard during a pro-democracy protest in the Mongkok area of Hong Kong on October 5, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 05: Police stand guard during a pro-democracy protest in the Mongkok area of Hong Kong on October 5, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 04: Pro-democracy protestors raise their hands as Hong Kong police officers take security measures in the Mong Kok area of Hong Kong, on October 4, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

Police officers stand between pro-democracy protesters and a man who had confronted activists over the occupation of the Mong Kok district of Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators gathered for a mass peace rally in central Hong Kong late Saturday, defying recent attacks against their ranks as the city authorities denied using paid thugs to harass them. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 4: Tens of thousands of democracy protesters cheer during speeches October 4, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign as they continue to call for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

A demonstrator gestures as he takes part in a protest in the Admiralty area of Hong Kong, China, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. Hong Kong Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying set a Monday deadline for opening access to government offices barricaded this week by pro-democracy protesters, raising the possibility of further clashes. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Demonstrators sit on a road during a protest in the Causeway Bay area of Hong Kong, China, Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Demonstrators sit on a divider on a road during a protest outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. Hong Kong Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying set a Monday deadline for opening access to government offices barricaded this week by pro-democracy protesters, raising the possibility of further clashes. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Demonstrators react as they listen to a speech during a protest outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. Hong Kong Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying set a Monday deadline for opening access to government offices barricaded this week by pro-democracy protesters, raising the possibility of further clashes. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Demonstrators shine lights from their mobile devices during a protest outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. Hong Kong Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying set a Monday deadline for opening access to government offices barricaded this week by pro-democracy protesters, raising the possibility of further clashes. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Demonstrators react as they listen to a speech during a protest outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. Hong Kong Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying set a Monday deadline for opening access to government offices barricaded this week by pro-democracy protesters, raising the possibility of further clashes. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

People look at demonstrators gathered outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. Hong Kong Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying set a Monday deadline for opening access to government offices barricaded this week by pro-democracy protesters, raising the possibility of further clashes. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 04: Student leader Joshua Wong speaks to protesters on October 4, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

Demonstrators wave lights from their mobile devices during an ongoing protest outside central government offices in Hong Kong, China, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Joshua Wong, leader of the student group Scholarism, speaks during a protest outside central government offices in Hong Kong, China, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Demonstrators gather during a protest outside central government offices in Hong Kong, China, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A pro-Beijing activist (C) collects a blue ribbon as pro Hong Kong government speeches are made in the Kowloon district of Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Hopes of finding a resolution to a week of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong collapsed Saturday as students scrapped talks with the government over violent attacks by Beijing supporters and suspected triad members. Hong Kong's security chief furiously denied the government had used triad gangs against pro-democracy protesters. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

People gather to listen to speeches by pro-democracy protestors in the Kowloon district of Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Hopes of finding a resolution to a week of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong collapsed Saturday as students scrapped talks with the government over violent attacks by Beijing supporters and suspected triad members. Hong Kong's security chief furiously denied the government had used triad gangs against pro-democracy protesters. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

People gather to listen to speeches by pro-democracy protestors in the Kowloon district of Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Hopes of finding a resolution to a week of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong collapsed Saturday as students scrapped talks with the government over violent attacks by Beijing supporters and suspected triad members. Hong Kong's security chief furiously denied the government had used triad gangs against pro-democracy protesters. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

A man (C) sits in front of a barricade built by pro-democracy protestors in the Kowloon district of Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Hopes of finding a resolution to a week of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong collapsed Saturday as students scrapped talks with the government over violent attacks by Beijing supporters and suspected triad members. Hong Kong's security chief furiously denied the government had used triad gangs against pro-democracy protesters. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy demonstrators gather for a night rally in Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Chinese, left, and Hong Kong flags are displayed outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A demonstrator reads a book as he sits holding an umbrella along with other demonstrators in front of a Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Ltd. store during a protest in the Causeway Bay area of Hong Kong, China, Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Pedestrians and shoppers walk through the Causeway Bay area of Hong Kong, China, Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Customers look out of the window at an Apple Inc. store in the Causeway Bay area of Hong Kong, China, Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 04: Pro-democracy protesters rests on a blockaded road next to the central government offices in Hong Kong on October 4, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

Demonstrators gather during a protest in the Mong Kok area of Hong Kong, China, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Demonstrators wearing helmets with the First Aid cross displayed on them sit during a protest in the Mong Kok area of Hong Kong, China, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 4: Protesters put up their umbrellas outside the Hong Kong Government Complex on October 4, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 4: Pro-democracy protesters rests on a blockaded road next to the central government offices in Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesters (R) protect a barricade from rival protest groups (L) in the Mongkok district of Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Policemen escort a man (C) who was involved in clashes with pro-democracy protesters in the Mongkok district of Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesters raise their arms in a sign of non violence as they protect a barricade from rival protest groups in the Mongkok district of Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Policemen stand between a man and pro-democracy protesters (unseen) defending a barricade in the Mongkok district of Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

A pro-democracy protester (R) holds onto a barrier as he and others protect a barricade from rival protest groups in the Mongkok district of Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 04: A pro-democracy supporter (C) cries as he holds a defensive line against anti-Occupy supporters and residents in front of the Occupy camp in Mongkok on October 4, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 04: Police arrest a anti-occupy supporter in Mongkok on October 4, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 04: A anti-occupy supporter (C) shouts at pro-democracy supporters in front of the Occupy campsite in Mongkok on October 4, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 04: A pro-democracy supporter speaks to the crowd at the Occupy campsite in Mongkok on October 4, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

Demonstrators link arms outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A woman gestures as a man speaks in front of an area occupied by pro-democracy demonstrators in the Causeway Bay area of Hong Kong, China, Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. A week into demonstrations in Hong Kong notable for their order and endurance, protesters came under attack from opponents, highlighting the fault lines of a city torn between commercial interests and a desire for greater democracy. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Hong Kong student leaders Joshua Wong (C) and Alex Chow (R) attend a press conference at a pro-democracy protest site next to the central government offices in Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

A pro-government protester is surrounded by Pro democracy protester during clashes between rival protest groups on October 03, 2014 in Hong Kong. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

A pro-government protester is taken by police during clashes between rival protest groups on October 03, 2014 in Hong Kong. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Protesters block the way to a police vehicle at Mongkok district during clashes between rival protest groups on October 04, 2014 in Hong Kong. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 04: Pro-democracy activists wait at a barricade as they try to rejoin the main protest site which was damaged in attacks by local residents and pro-government supporters on October 4, 2014 in Mong Kok, Hong Kong. Fights broke out between local residents and pro government supporters when they attempted to force pro-democracy activists from their protest site. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

Protesters gather in Mongkok district during clashes between rival protest groups on October 04, 2014 in Hong Kong. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 04: Pro-democracy protestors in the Kowloon district of Hong Kong on October 4, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 04: Pro-democracy protestors in the Kowloon district of Hong Kong on October 4, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 04: A protester holds an umbrella to protect the police from rain during a pro-democracy protest in the Kowloon district of Hong Kong on October 4, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

People stand gathered after pro-government demonstrators clashed with pro-democracy demonstrators in the Mong Kok area of Hong Kong, China, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. Hong Kong's pro-democracy demonstrators came under attack at two protest sites in the city as hundreds of men tussled with protesters, shouted abuse and removed barricades. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Police officers are seen standing across the street from people gathered after pro-government demonstrators clashed with pro-democracy demonstrators in the Mong Kok area of Hong Kong, China, on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. Hong Kong's pro-democracy demonstrators came under attack at two protest sites in the city as hundreds of men tussled with protesters, shouted abuse and removed barricades. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A couple look at their cellphones while sitting under an umbrella at a pro-democracy protest near the central government offices in Hong Kong on October 4, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Local residents and pro-government supporters scream at pro-democracy protesters on October 3, 2014 in Mong Kok, Hong Kong. Fights broke out between local residents and pro government supporters when they attempted to force pro-democracy activists from their protest site. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

A man (C) makes verbal threats against pro-democracy protestors in the Kowloon district of Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Hong Kong student leaders have called off talks with the government aimed at bringing an end to mass pro-democracy rallies, accusing police of failing to act over violent attacks on their protest camps by opposition crowds that included Beijing supporters. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

A man (C) takes a selfie next to a cordoned area being used to protect a group of pro-democracy protestors in the Kowloon district of Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Hong Kong student leaders have called off talks with the government aimed at bringing an end to mass pro-democracy rallies, accusing police of failing to act over violent attacks on their protest camps by opposition crowds that included Beijing supporters. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

Onlookers and members of the media look towards a group of pro-democracy protestors in the Kowloon district of Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Hong Kong student leaders have called off talks with the government aimed at bringing an end to mass pro-democracy rallies, accusing police of failing to act over violent attacks on their protest camps by opposition crowds that included Beijing supporters. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

Pedestrians watch as a man (not seen) encourages them to place items used as barricades by pro-democracy demonstrators for barricades back into place in the Kowloon district of Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Hong Kong student leaders have called off talks with the government aimed at bringing an end to mass pro-democracy rallies, accusing police of failing to act over violent attacks on their protest camps by opposition crowds that included Beijing supporters. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

A man (2nd R) encourages a group of pedestrians to help place a recycling bin back in its place after pro-democracy demonstrators had earlier used it as a barricade in the Kowloon district of Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Hong Kong student leaders have called off talks with the government aimed at bringing an end to mass pro-democracy rallies, accusing police of failing to act over violent attacks on their protest camps by opposition crowds that included Beijing supporters. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

Police form a line to prevent onlookers from entering an area being used by pro-democracy protestors in the Kowloon district of Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Hong Kong student leaders have called off talks with the government aimed at bringing an end to mass pro-democracy rallies, accusing police of failing to act over violent attacks on their protest camps by opposition crowds that included Beijing supporters. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

This long exposure photograph taken on October 3, 2014 shows pro-democracy protesters occupying an area near the central government offices in Hong Kong. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

Demonstrators gather outside the Central Government Office in Hong Kong, China, on Friday, Oct. 3, 2014. Hong Kong's pro-democracy demonstrators came under attack at two protest sites in the city as hundreds of men tussled with protesters, shouted abuse and removed barricades. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Pro-government demonstrators clash with pro-democracy demonstrators during a protest in the Mong Kok area of Hong Kong, China, on Friday, Oct. 3, 2014. Hong Kong's pro-democracy demonstrators came under attack at two protest sites in the city as hundreds of men tussled with protesters, shouted abuse and removed barricades. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 3: Police try and control as residents of Kowloon who are pro-Beijing scream at the student democracy protesters to ' get out' in the Mongkok neighborhood as tensions rise on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign with a new deadline of midnight tonight. They are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 3: Police try and control as residents of Kowloon who are pro-Beijing scream at the student democracy protesters to ' get out' in the Mongkok neighborhood as tensions rise on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign with a new deadline of midnight tonight. They are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 3: Police try and control as residents of Kowloon who are pro-Beijing scream at the student democracy protesters to ' get out' in the Mongkok neighborhood as tensions rise on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign with a new deadline of midnight tonight. They are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 3: Police try and control as residents of Kowloon who are pro-Beijing scream at the student democracy protesters to ' get out' in the Mongkok neighborhood as tensions rise on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign with a new deadline of midnight tonight. They are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 3: Police try and control as residents of Kowloon who are pro-Beijing scream at the student democracy protesters to ' get out' in the Mongkok neighborhood as tensions rise on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign with a new deadline of midnight tonight. They are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Police stand guard outside the government headquarters on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro-democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Police stand guard outside the government headquarters on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro-democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

People watch as police supervise the loading of barricade fences from a pro-democracy protest area onto a truck in the Causeway Bay district of Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

A crowd of pro-government demonstrators gather around the remains of a pro-democracy tent during protests in the Mong Kok area of Hong Kong, China, on Friday, Oct. 3, 2014. Hong Kong's pro-democracy demonstrators came under attack at two protest sites in the city as hundreds of men tussled with protesters, shouted abuse and removed barricades. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

People stand and watch as pro-government demonstrators protest against pro-democracy demonstrators in the Mong Kok area of Hong Kong, China, on Friday, Oct. 3, 2014. Hong Kong's pro-democracy demonstrators came under attack at two protest sites in the city as hundreds of men tussled with protesters, shouted abuse and removed barricades. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Anti-Occupy supporters chant at the Occupy camp in Causeway Bay on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Police remove barricades on a street in Causeway Bay on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Anti-Occupy supporters chant at the Occupy camp in Causeway Bay on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Police divide Anti-Occupy supporters and pro-democracy protesters in Causeway Bay on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesters try to stop a barricade at their demonstration area from being removed in the Causeway Bay district of Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Police shield a pro-democracy activist who was beaten by local residents and pro-government supporters while trying to leave the protest site on October 3, 2014 in Mong Kok, Hong Kong. Fights broke out between local residents and pro government supporters when they attempted to force pro-democracy activists from their protest site. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: An injured pro-democracy activist is given medical treatment after clashing with local residents and pro-government supporters on October 3, 2014 in Mong Kok, Hong Kong. Fights broke out between local residents and pro government supporters when they attempted to force pro-democracy activists from their protest site. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy demonstrators look on as they protect a barricade from anti-protesters in an occupied area of Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Pro-democracy protesters clashed with opposition groups in two of Hong Kong's busiest shopping districts on October 3, with police stepping in to try to calm the chaos. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

An anti-protester (C) argues with a student (R), part of a group protecting a barricade in an occupied area of Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Pro-democracy protesters clashed with opposition groups in two of Hong Kong's busiest shopping districts on October 3, with police stepping in to try to calm the chaos. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy demonstrators hold umbrellas in an occupied area of Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Pro-democracy protesters clashed with opposition groups in two of Hong Kong's busiest shopping districts on October 3, with police stepping in to try to calm the chaos. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Police stand guard outside the government headquarters on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Police stand guard outside the government headquarters on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Police stand guard outside the government headquarters on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. The protesters are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying, who last night agreed to hold talks with the protest leaders in a bid to diffuse the growing unrest. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

Police form a line to make way for an ambulance as pro-democracy protestors shout slogans outside the government headquarters in Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong scuffled with police outside government headquarters as tensions ran high October 3, despite an eleventh-hour agreement for talks, as China said the demonstrators were 'doomed to fail'. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesters sleep on a flyover in Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong scuffled with police outside government headquarters as tensions ran high October 3, despite an eleventh-hour agreement for talks, as China said the demonstrators were 'doomed to fail'. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesters rest on a flyover in Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong scuffled with police outside government headquarters as tensions ran high October 3, despite an eleventh-hour agreement for talks, as China said the demonstrators were 'doomed to fail'. AFP PHOTO / ANTHONY WALLACE (Photo credit should read ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 2: Pro-democracy protesters chant slogans outside of Hong Kong's Chief Executive C.Y. Leung's office on October 2, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 2: Pro-democracy protesters sit outside of Hong Kong's Chief Executive C.Y. Leung's office on October 2, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 2: Pro-democracy protesters sit outside of Hong Kong's Chief Executive C.Y. Leung's office on October 2, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

Demonstrators sleep on a road as a commuter walks past them in front of the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Friday, Oct. 3, 2014. Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters strengthened their barricades around the government's main office building, preventing civil servants from reaching work after top official Leung Chun-ying agreed to talks aimed at diffusing the week-long standoff. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

To go with Hong Kong-China-politics-democracy-iconography,FOCUS by Annabel SYMINGTON A message of support made with yellow tape is seen on a road near the Hong Kong government headquarters in Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. For six days, umbrellas, yellow ribbons, cartoon takedowns of politicians and song lyrics have been festooned across a city whose streets have been cleared of traffic to make way for a new wave of political protest. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesters sleep on a blockaded road in Hong Kong on October 3, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / ALEX OGLE (Photo credit should read Alex Ogle/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 2: Tens of thousands pack the streets at the protest site on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 2nd deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 3: Protesters block a major road outside the legislative government complex as the standoff continues on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign with a new deadline of midnight tonight. They are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 3: Protesters block a major road as a group sat outside the legislative government complex as the standoff continues on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign with a new deadline of midnight tonight. They are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

Demonstrators walk down stairs past notes hanging on a wall outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2014. Hong Kong police said they would not tolerate attempts by pro-democracy protesters to surround or invade public buildings to press their demands, as Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying faced calls to open a dialogue with students who are seeking his resignation. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Demonstrators gather outside the Central Government Offices in Hong Kong, China, on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2014. Hong Kong police said they would not tolerate attempts by pro-democracy protesters to surround or invade public buildings to press their demands, as Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying faced calls to open a dialogue with students who are seeking his resignation. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Protesters take over the outside of Hong Kong's Chief Executive C.Y. Leung's office on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.Thousands of pro democracy supporters have remained in the streets of Hong Kong for another day of protests. Protestors are unhappy with Chinese government's plans to vet candidates in Hong Kong's 2017 elections. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Protesters take over the outside of Hong Kong's Chief Executive C.Y. Leung's office on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.Thousands of pro democracy supporters have remained in the streets of Hong Kong for another day of protests. Protestors are unhappy with Chinese government's plans to vet candidates in Hong Kong's 2017 elections. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Protesters take over the outside of Hong Kong's Chief Executive C.Y. Leung's office on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.Thousands of pro democracy supporters have remained in the streets of Hong Kong for another day of protests. Protestors are unhappy with Chinese government's plans to vet candidates in Hong Kong's 2017 elections. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 03: Protesters gather at Tamar Park near the office of Hong Kong's chief executive C.Y. Leung on October 3, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.Thousands of pro democracy supporters have remained in the streets of Hong Kong for another day of protests. Protestors are unhappy with Chinese government's plans to vet candidates in Hong Kong's 2017 elections. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

Joshua Wong, leader of the student pro-democracy group scholarism addresses demonstrators after the press conference of Hong Kong Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying in Hong Kong on October 2, 2014. Hong Kong's embattled leader rejected protesters' calls for him to resign, but in a significant concession agreed to talks with a students group involved in mass pro-democracy demonstrations that have paralysed parts of the city. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesters gather outside the Government Office in the Admiralty district on October 03, 2014 in Hong Kong. Hong Kong's embattled leader late Thursday rejected protesters' calls for him to resign, but in a significant concession agreed to talks with a students group involved in mass pro-democracy demonstrations that have paralysed parts of the city. 'I will not resign because I have to continue with the work for elections,' Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying told reporters at a press conference just minutes before a midnight deadline set by protesters demanding his resignation expired. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesters gather outside the Government Office in the Admiralty district on October 03, 2014 in Hong Kong. Hong Kong's embattled leader late Thursday rejected protesters' calls for him to resign, but in a significant concession agreed to talks with a students group involved in mass pro-democracy demonstrations that have paralysed parts of the city. 'I will not resign because I have to continue with the work for elections,' Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying told reporters at a press conference just minutes before a midnight deadline set by protesters demanding his resignation expired. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy leader Yoshua Wong speaks outside the Government Office in the Admiralty district on October 03, 2014 in Hong Kong. Hong Kong's embattled leader late Thursday rejected protesters' calls for him to resign, but in a significant concession agreed to talks with a students group involved in mass pro-democracy demonstrations that have paralysed parts of the city. 'I will not resign because I have to continue with the work for elections,' Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying told reporters at a press conference just minutes before a midnight deadline set by protesters demanding his resignation expired. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

A Pro-democracy protester wears a sticker showing support to democracy at the Government Office on October 03, 2014 in Hong Kong. Hong Kong's embattled leader late Thursday rejected protesters' calls for him to resign, but in a significant concession agreed to talks with a students group involved in mass pro-democracy demonstrations that have paralysed parts of the city. 'I will not resign because I have to continue with the work for elections,' Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying told reporters at a press conference just minutes before a midnight deadline set by protesters demanding his resignation expired. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 02: A protester holds plcards in front of Hong Kong Government Complex on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign with a new deadline of midnight tonight, calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 02: A protester looks at a sculpture made out of umbrellas and barricades outside of Hong Kong Government Complex on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign with a new deadline of midnight tonight, calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 2: Hong Kong police stand guard as the standoff continues outside the legislative government complex on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign with a new deadline of midnight tonight. They are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

Demonstrators gather in front of the gate leading to the office of Hong Kong's chief executive Leung Chun-ying in Hong Kong, China, on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014. Hong Kong police said they would not tolerate attempts by pro-democracy protesters to surround or invade public buildings, as Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying faced calls to open a dialogue with students who are seeking his resignation. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Demonstrators sits in protest in front of the gate leading to Hong Kong's chief executive Leung Chun-ying's office in Hong Kong, China, on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014. Hong Kong police said they would not tolerate attempts by pro-democracy protesters to surround or invade public buildings, as Leung faced calls to open a dialogue with students who are seeking his resignation. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Pro-democracy demonstrators attend a protest near the Hong Kong government headquarters on October 2, 2014. Tensions rose in Hong Kong on October 2 as the government urged demonstrators to 'disperse peacefully as soon as possible' after police were seen unloading boxes of rubber bullets. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

A pro-democracy demonstrator attends a protest near the Hong Kong government headquarters on October 2, 2014. Tensions rose in Hong Kong on October 2 as the government urged demonstrators to 'disperse peacefully as soon as possible' after police were seen unloading boxes of rubber bullets. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 02: Protesters watch on from across the street at the entrance to the Chief Executive's Office on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

A boy holds a sign which reads 'Hong Kong push harder' in the Admiralty district of Hong Kong on October 2, 2014, as pro-democracy protesters remain gathered for the fifth day in a push for free elections of the city's leader. Tensions rose in Hong Kong on October 2 as the government urged demonstrators to 'disperse peacefully as soon as possible' after police were seen unloading boxes of rubber bullets. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

A man holds a sign which reads: 'Don't go to school' near the government offices in Hong Kong on October 2, 2014, as pro-democracy protesters remain gathered for the fifth day in a push for free elections of the city's leader. Tensions rose in Hong Kong on October 2 as the government urged demonstrators to 'disperse peacefully as soon as possible' after police were seen unloading boxes of rubber bullets. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Traffic resumes after protestors briefly blocked a road near the government headquarters in Hong Kong on October 2, 2014, as pro-democracy protesters remain gathered for the fifth day in a push for free elections of the city's leader. Tensions rose in Hong Kong on October 2 as the government urged demonstrators to 'disperse peacefully as soon as possible' after police were seen unloading boxes of rubber bullets. AFP PHOTO / PHILIPPE LOPEZ (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 02: A man sits under an umbrella near the Government Complex in Hong Kong on October 2, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protestors check their phones as they gather near the government headquarters in Hong Kong on October 2, 2014. Tensions rose in Hong Kong on October 2 as the government urged demonstrators to 'disperse peacefully as soon as possible' after police were seen unloading boxes of rubber bullets. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Demonstrators eat as they sit on a road during a protest in the Causeway Bay area of Hong Kong, China, on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014. Hong Kong Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying faces a deadline from student leaders today to resign or see an escalation of pro-democracy protests that have choked city streets for nearly a week. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

People rest with their heads under umbrellas on a road during a protest in the Causeway Bay area of Hong Kong, China, on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014. Hong Kong Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying faces a deadline from student leaders today to resign or see an escalation of pro-democracy protests that have choked city streets for nearly a week. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Pedestrians walk past messages in support of the pro-democracy protests left on a wall in the Causeway Bay area of Hong Kong, China, on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014. Hong Kong Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying faces a deadline from student leaders today to resign or see an escalation of pro-democracy protests that have choked city streets for nearly a week. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A pro-democracy protestor holds up his phone to display a photo he took of police ferrying boxes of small arms into the government headquarters in Hong Kong on October 2, 2014. Tensions rose in Hong Kong on October 2 as the government urged demonstrators to 'disperse peacefully as soon as possible' after police were seen unloading boxes of rubber bullets. AFP PHOTO PHILIPPE LOPEZ (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Pedestrians are reflected on a glass door of a store on Avenue of Stars in Hong Kong, China, on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014. Chinese tourists are descending on Hong Kong for annual holidays and finding an event not listed in their travel brochures -- huge pro-democracy demonstrations that are being met with a mix of astonishment, pride and annoyance. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A man holding an umbrella walks past support messages in various languages writen on umbrellas for pro-democracy protestors near the Hong Kong government headquarters on October 2, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Laurent FIEVET (Photo credit should read LAURENT FIEVET/AFP/Getty Images)

Filipino activists carrying umbrellas painted with slogans, march towards the Chinese consular office to show their support for Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters during a rally in the financial district of Manila on October 2, 2014. Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters demanded that the city's embattled leader meet a deadline to resign on October 2, as China warned the United States against meddling in its 'internal affairs'. AFP PHOTO/TED ALJIBE (Photo credit should read TED ALJIBE/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 02: Protesters sleep in the street outside the Hong Kong Government Complex on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters have remained in the streets of Hong Kong for another day of protests. Protestors are unhappy with Chinese government's plans to vet candidates in Hong Kong's 2017 elections. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 02: Protesters sleep in the street outside the Hong Kong Government Complex on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters have remained in the streets of Hong Kong for another day of protests. Protestors are unhappy with Chinese government's plans to vet candidates in Hong Kong's 2017 elections. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, CHINA - OCTOBER 1: A pro-democracy demonstrator sleeps on the road outside the Government Complex in Hong Kong on October 2, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesters sleep outside the Legislative Counsel building in the Admiralty district of Hong Kong on October 2, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 02: As the sun comes up, protesters sleep in the street outside the Hong Kong Government Complex on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 02: As the sun comes up a protester reads a book at a sit in blocking the entrance to the Chief Executive's Office on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 02: Protesters sleep next to a barricade blocking the entrance to the Chief Executive's Office on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 02: Protesters sleep on the road outside the Police Headquarters building on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 2: Student protesters sleep overnight as the stand-off continues October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign with the October 1st deadline past. They are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 2: Protesters confront police overnight outside the legislative government complex on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protesters have threatened to widen their campaign with the October 1st deadline past. They are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 02: A protester sleeps in the streets outside the Hong Kong Government Complex on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesters face policement as they wait for Hong Kong chief executive outside the Legislative Counsel Office, on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesters face policemen as they wait for Hong Kong chief executive outside the Legislative Counsel Office, on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

A message is seen on a wall of a building during a protest near the central government office at night in Hong Kong, China, on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014. Hong KongÕs Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying was jeered by pro-democracy demonstrators at a ceremony to hoist the Chinese flag as the city entered the sixth day of protests seeking free elections. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 01: Pro-democracy protesters chant as they march on a street outside of Hong Kong Government Complex on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro-democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1, deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesterss are gathered, on October 2, 2014 in Hong Kong. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

A man carries his yellow umbrella as supporters of Hong Kong's democracy protesters gather at a downtown park in Los Angeles on October 1, 2014, in a show of support for the thousands of people in Hong Kong who have taken to the streets to protest the Chinese government decision not to allow open nominations for a new leader. When China took control of Hong Kong in 1997 it promised the city's next leader would be chosen through universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Frederic J. BROWN (Photo credit should read FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP/Getty Images)

Supporters of Hong Kong's democracy protesters gather at a downtown park in Los Angeles on October 1, 2014, in a show of support for the thousands of people in Hong Kong who have taken to the streets to protest the Chinese government decision not to allow open nominations for a new leader. When China took control of Hong Kong in 1997 it promised the city's next leader would be chosen through universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Frederic J. BROWN (Photo credit should read FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP/Getty Images)

Supporters of Hong Kong's democracy protesters gather at a downtown park in Los Angeles on October 1, 2014, in a show of support for the thousands of people in Hong Kong who have taken to the streets to protest the Chinese government decision not to allow open nominations for a new leader. When China took control of Hong Kong in 1997 it promised the city's next leader would be chosen through universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Frederic J. BROWN (Photo credit should read FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP/Getty Images)

Supporters of Hong Kong's democracy protesters light their cellphones at a downtown park in Los Angeles on October 1, 2014, in a show of support for the thousands of people in Hong Kong who have taken to the streets to protest the Chinese government decision not to allow open nominations for a new leader. When China took control of Hong Kong in 1997 it promised the city's next leader would be chosen through universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / Frederic J. BROWN (Photo credit should read FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP/Getty Images)

Hundreds gather in Times Square to rally in support of Hong Kong's 'Umbrella Revolution' October 1, 2014 in New York. The protesters are demanding an end to violent police repression of Hong Kong democracy activists occupying central areas of the city. AFP PHOTO/Don Emmert (Photo credit should read DON EMMERT/AFP/Getty Images)

LIBERTY SQUARE, TAIPEI, TAIWAN - 2014/10/01: Hong Kong students studying in Taiwan expressed their demand for open election, with umbrellas to show the despite of tear gases. Thousands of people gathered at Liberty Square in Taipei to show support for Hong Kongs pursuit of direct election. The occasion was held by tens of social groups and was held in different places among different cities in Taiwan. Stating from 6pm till midnight local time, attendants on the stage of Liberty Square included professors, singers, writers, and students. (Photo by Yunjie Liao/Pacific Press/LightRocket via Getty Images)

LIBERTY SQUARE, TAIPEI, TAIWAN - 2014/10/01: 'Changes originate from revolution.'Hong Kong students studying in Taiwan took umbrellas as if against tear gases. They asked for Taiwanese to write prayers for Hong Kong on each umbrealla. Thousands of people gathered at Liberty Square in Taipei to show support for Hong Kongs pursuit of direct election. The occasion was held by tens of social groups and was held in different places among different cities in Taiwan. Stating from 6pm till midnight in Taiwan time, attendants on the stage of Liberty Square included professors, singers, writers, and students. (Photo by Yunjie Liao/Pacific Press/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Hundreds gather in Times Square to rally in support of Hong Kong's 'Umbrella Revolution' October 1, 2014 in New York. The protesters are demanding an end to violent police repression of Hong Kong democracy activists occupying central areas of the city. AFP PHOTO/Don Emmert (Photo credit should read DON EMMERT/AFP/Getty Images)

Hundreds gather in Times Square to rally in support of Hong Kong's 'Umbrella Revolution' October 1, 2014 in New York. The protesters are demanding an end to violent police repression of Hong Kong democracy activists occupying central areas of the city. AFP PHOTO/Don Emmert (Photo credit should read DON EMMERT/AFP/Getty Images)

Hundreds gather in Times Square to rally in support of Hong Kong's 'Umbrella Revolution' October 1, 2014 in New York. The protesters are demanding an end to violent police repression of Hong Kong democracy activists occupying central areas of the city. AFP PHOTO/Don Emmert (Photo credit should read DON EMMERT/AFP/Getty Images)

Hundreds gather in Times Square to rally in support of Hong Kong's 'Umbrella Revolution' October 1, 2014 in New York. The protesters are demanding an end to violent police repression of Hong Kong democracy activists occupying central areas of the city. AFP PHOTO/Don Emmert (Photo credit should read DON EMMERT/AFP/Getty Images)

A pro-democracy demonstrator rests after overnight protests near the Hong Kong government headquarters on October 2, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

Banners are displayed next to pro-democracy demonstrators resting after over night protests near the Hong Kong government headquarters on October 2, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy demonstrators rest after overnight protests near the Hong Kong government headquarters on October 2, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

A pro-democracy demonstrator rests after overnight protests near the Hong Kong government headquarters on October 2, 2014. Hong Kong has been plunged into the worst political crisis since its 1997 handover as pro-democracy activists take over the streets following China's refusal to grant citizens full universal suffrage. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

Hundreds gather in Times Square to rally in support of Hong Kong's 'Umbrella Revolution' October 1, 2014 in New York. The protesters are demanding an end to violent police repression of Hong Kong democracy activists occupying central areas of the city. AFP PHOTO/Don Emmert (Photo credit should read DON EMMERT/AFP/Getty Images)

Hundreds gather in Times Square to rally in support of Hong Kong's 'Umbrella Revolution' October 1, 2014 in New York. The protesters are demanding an end to violent police repression of Hong Kong democracy activists occupying central areas of the city. AFP PHOTO/Don Emmert (Photo credit should read DON EMMERT/AFP/Getty Images)

Hundreds gather in Times Square to rally in support of Hong Kong's 'Umbrella Revolution' October 1, 2014 in New York. The protesters are demanding an end to violent police repression of Hong Kong democracy activists occupying central areas of the city. AFP PHOTO/Don Emmert (Photo credit should read DON EMMERT/AFP/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 01: A man holds up an umbrella while demonstrating in New York's Times Square to show solidarity with pro democracy events in Hong Kong on October 1, 2014 in New York City. Pro democracy rallies have spread further throughout Hong Kong on Wednesday, China's National Day holiday, and show no sign of weakening. In New York dozens of people filled parts of Times Square for an evening rally with umbrellas, pro Hong Kong signs and chants of solidarity. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 01: Dozens of people demonstrate in New York's Times Square to show solidarity with pro democracy events in Hong Kong on October 1, 2014 in New York City. Pro democracy rallies have spread further throughout Hong Kong on Wednesday, China's National Day holiday, and show no sign of weakening. In New York dozens of people filled parts of Times Square for an evening rally with umbrellas, pro Hong Kong signs and chants of solidarity. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 01: Dozens of protesters hold up umbrellas while demonstrating in New York's Times Square to show solidarity with pro democracy events in Hong Kong on October 1, 2014 in New York City. Pro democracy rallies have spread further throughout Hong Kong on Wednesday, China's National Day holiday, and show no sign of weakening. In New York dozens of people filled parts of Times Square for an evening rally with umbrellas, pro Hong Kong signs and chants of solidarity. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 01: Dozens of people demonstrate in New York's Times Square to show solidarity with pro democracy events in Hong Kong on October 1, 2014 in New York City. Pro democracy rallies have spread further throughout Hong Kong on Wednesday, China's National Day holiday, and show no sign of weakening. In New York dozens of people filled parts of Times Square for an evening rally with umbrellas, pro Hong Kong signs and chants of solidarity. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 01: Dozens of people demonstrate in New York's Times Square to show solidarity with pro democracy events in Hong Kong on October 1, 2014 in New York City. Pro democracy rallies have spread further throughout Hong Kong on Wednesday, China's National Day holiday, and show no sign of weakening. In New York dozens of people filled parts of Times Square for an evening rally with umbrellas, pro Hong Kong signs and chants of solidarity. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 01: Dozens of protesters hold up umbrellas while demonstrating in New York's Times Square to show solidarity with pro democracy events in Hong Kong on October 1, 2014 in New York City. Pro democracy rallies have spread further throughout Hong Kong on Wednesday, China's National Day holiday, and show no sign of weakening. In New York dozens of people filled parts of Times Square for an evening rally with umbrellas, pro Hong Kong signs and chants of solidarity. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Thousands attend a peaceful demonstration outside the Chinese Embassy on Portland Place on October 1, 2014 in London, England. Thousands of people gathered outside the Chinese Embassy in support of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests. Protest leaders in Hong Kong have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Danny E. Martindale/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Thousands attend a peaceful demonstration outside the Chinese Embassy on Portland Place on October 1, 2014 in London, England. Thousands of people gathered outside the Chinese Embassy in support of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests. Protest leaders in Hong Kong have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Danny E. Martindale/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 1: Student protesters hold their cell phone lights chanting pro democracy slogans during evening speeches at the protest site on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1 deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 1: Tens of thousands of people pack the streets at the protest site on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1 deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Thousands attend a peaceful demonstration outside the Chinese Embassy on Portland Place on October 1, 2014 in London, England. Thousands of people gathered outside the Chinese Embassy in support of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests. Protest leaders in Hong Kong have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Danny E. Martindale/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Thousands attend a peaceful demonstration outside the Chinese Embassy on Portland Place on October 1, 2014 in London, England. Thousands of people gathered outside the Chinese Embassy in support of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests. Protest leaders in Hong Kong have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Danny E. Martindale/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Thousands attend a peaceful demonstration outside the Chinese Embassy on Portland Place on October 1, 2014 in London, England. Thousands of people gathered outside the Chinese Embassy in support of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests. Protest leaders in Hong Kong have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Danny E. Martindale/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Thousands attend a peaceful demonstration outside the Chinese Embassy on Portland Place on October 1, 2014 in London, England. Thousands of people gathered outside the Chinese Embassy in support of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests. Protest leaders in Hong Kong have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Danny E. Martindale/Getty Images)

Students speak at a Global Solidarity with Hong Kong rally in the centre of Manchester, north west England on October 1, 2014, in support of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. The most intense civil unrest Hong Kong has experienced since its 1997 handover from British rule was sparked by Beijing's decision in August to restrict who can stand for the city's top post in elections in 2017. AFP PHOTO / PAUL ELLIS (Photo credit should read PAUL ELLIS/AFP/Getty Images)

Protesters listen to speeches at a Global Solidarity with Hong Kong rally in the centre of Manchester, north west England on October 1, 2014, in support of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. The most intense civil unrest Hong Kong has experienced since its 1997 handover from British rule was sparked by Beijing's decision in August to restrict who can stand for the city's top post in elections in 2017. AFP PHOTO / PAUL ELLIS (Photo credit should read PAUL ELLIS/AFP/Getty Images)

Students speak during a Global Solidarity with Hong Kong rally in the centre of Manchester, north west England on October 1, 2014, in support of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. The most intense civil unrest Hong Kong has experienced since its 1997 handover from British rule was sparked by Beijing's decision in August to restrict who can stand for the city's top post in elections in 2017. AFP PHOTO / PAUL ELLIS (Photo credit should read PAUL ELLIS/AFP/Getty Images)

Demonstrators gather during a protest near the central government office at night in Hong Kong, China, on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014. Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying was jeered by pro-democracy demonstrators at a ceremony to hoist the Chinese flag as the city entered the sixth day of protests seeking free elections. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A demonstrator, center, holds a placard during a protest near the central government office at night in Hong Kong, China, on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014. Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying was jeered by pro-democracy demonstrators at a ceremony to hoist the Chinese flag as the city entered the sixth day of protests seeking free elections. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

TAIPEI, TAIWAN - OCTOBER 01: Hundreds of people gather in front of Liberty Square to show support for Hong Kong pro democracy rallies on October 1, 2014 in Taipei, Taiwan. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Ashley Pon/Getty Images)

TAIPEI, TAIWAN - OCTOBER 01: Hong Kong students gather in front of Liberty Square to show support for Hong Kong pro democracy rallies on October 1, 2014 in Taipei, Taiwan. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Ashley Pon/Getty Images)

Demonstrators use their mobile devices during a protest near the central government office at night in Hong Kong, China, on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014. Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying was jeered by pro-democracy demonstrators at a ceremony to hoist the Chinese flag as the city entered the sixth day of protests seeking free elections. Photographer: Tomohiro Ohsumi/Bloomberg via Getty Images

TAIPEI, TAIWAN - OCTOBER 01: Hundreds of people gather in front of Liberty Square to show support for Hong Kong pro democracy rallies on October 1, 2014 in Taipei, Taiwan. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Ashley Pon/Getty Images)

TAIPEI, TAIWAN - OCTOBER 01: Hong Kong students holding umbrellas and signs of asking support for Hong Kong pro democracy rallies in front of Liberty Square on October 1, 2014 in Taipei, Taiwan. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Ashley Pon/Getty Images)

TAIPEI, TAIWAN - OCTOBER 01: Hundreds of students raise their cell phone with one sign reading 'hold on to freedom in the rain' in front of Liberty Square to show support for Hong Kong pro democracy rallies on October 1, 2014 in Taipei, Taiwan. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Ashley Pon/Getty Images)

TAIPEI, TAIWAN - OCTOBER 01: Student protesters hold umbrellas with messages written on the fabric in front of Liberty Square to show support for Hong Kong pro democracy rallies on October 1, 2014 in Taipei, Taiwan. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Ashley Pon/Getty Images)

TAIPEI, TAIWAN - OCTOBER 01: Student protesters hold umbrellas with messages written on the fabric in front of Liberty Square to show support for Hong Kong pro democracy rallies on October 1, 2014 in Taipei, Taiwan. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Ashley Pon/Getty Images)

TAIPEI, TAIWAN - OCTOBER 01: A sign reads 'Today's Hong Kong, Tomorrow's Taiwan' and umbrellas displayed in front of Liberty Square during a protest to show support for Hong Kong pro democracy rallies on October 1, 2014 in Taipei, Taiwan. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Ashley Pon/Getty Images)

TAIPEI, TAIWAN - OCTOBER 01: Students holding signs to support Hong Kong's civil disobedience movement in front of Liberty Square to show support for Hong Kong pro democracy rallies on October 1, 2014 in Taipei, Taiwan. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Ashley Pon/Getty Images)

People gather at the Chinese embassy in Washington on October 1, 2014 in support of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. The most intense civil unrest Hong Kong has experienced since its 1997 handover from British rule was sparked by Beijing's decision in August to restrict who can stand for the city's top post in elections in 2017. AFP PHOTO/Nicholas KAMM (Photo credit should read NICHOLAS KAMM/AFP/Getty Images)

Hong Kong-born lawyer Grace Ho speaks as people gather at the Chinese embassy in Washington on October 1, 2014 in support of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. The most intense civil unrest Hong Kong has experienced since its 1997 handover from British rule was sparked by Beijing's decision in August to restrict who can stand for the city's top post in elections in 2017. AFP PHOTO/Nicholas KAMM (Photo credit should read NICHOLAS KAMM/AFP/Getty Images)

People gather at the Chinese embassy in Washington on October 1, 2014 in support of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. The most intense civil unrest Hong Kong has experienced since its 1997 handover from British rule, was sparked by Beijing's decision in August to restrict who can stand for the city's top post in elections in 2017. AFP PHOTO/Nicholas KAMM (Photo credit should read NICHOLAS KAMM/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 1: A demonstrator hold up a sign as thousands pack the streets at a protest site on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro-democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1, deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 1: Thousands pack the streets at a protest site on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro-democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1, deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: Demonstrators hold high lit cellphones to form a 'sea of lights' in Admirality, as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on Gloucester Road, an otherwise busy multi-lane thoroughfare in Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: Two protestors draw an umbrella on the pavement, as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on Yee Wo Street, an otherwise busy multi-lane thoroughfare in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: Demonstrators regroup in Admirality, as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on Gloucester Road, an otherwise busy multi-lane thoroughfare in Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: Students sit on the pavement as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', in Central, Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: Demonstrators hold high lit cellphones to form a 'sea of lights' in Admirality, as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on Gloucester Road, an otherwise busy multi-lane thoroughfare in Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: A banner reads 'Do you hear the people sing', as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on Gloucester Road, an otherwise busy multi-lane thoroughfare in Admirality, Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: An umbrella is drawn with chalk on the pavement, as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on Yee Wo Street, an otherwise busy multi-lane thoroughfare in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: Demonstrators hold high lit cellphones to form a 'sea of lights' in Admirality, as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on Gloucester Road, an otherwise busy multi-lane thoroughfare in Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: Protestors walk and sit in the middle of the road, as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on Yee Wo Street, an otherwise busy multi-lane thoroughfare in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: The words 'Universal suffrage' are written in Chinese on umbrellas free for the taking, as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', in Central, Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: Protestors sit in the middle of the road, as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on Yee Wo Street, an otherwise busy multi-lane thoroughfare in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: Demonstrators hold high lit cellphones to form a 'sea of lights' in Admirality, as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on Gloucester Road, an otherwise busy multi-lane thoroughfare in Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: Demonstrators hold high lit cellphones to form a 'sea of lights' in Admirality, as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on Gloucester Road, an otherwise busy multi-lane thoroughfare in Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - OCTOBER 01: Demonstrators regroup in Admirality, as part of a pro-democracy sit-in known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on Gloucester Road, an otherwise busy multi-lane thoroughfare in Hong Kong, on October 1, 2014. Now sometimes called the 'Umbrella revolution', the Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Lucas Schifres/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 1: Student protesters chant pro democracy slogans holding cell phone lights during evening speeches at the protest site on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro-democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1, deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 1: Student leader Lester Shum speaks to thousands at the protest site on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of pro-democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1, deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 1: Pro-democracy demonstrators near the Government Complex in Hong Kong on October 1, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 1: Pro-democracy demonstrators near the Government Complex in Hong Kong on October 1, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 1: Pro-democracy demonstrators near the Government Complex in Hong Kong on October 1, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 1: Pro-democracy demonstrators near the Government Complex in Hong Kong on October 1, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 1: Pro-democracy demonstrators near the Government Complex in Hong Kong on October 1, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 1: Pro-democracy demonstrators near the Government Complex in Hong Kong on October 1, 2014. Protesters continued to block main transport routes, after a peaceful night of demonstrations in the Chinese territory. The protests followed a decision last month by China's top legislative body to restrict the nominations for chief executive in 2017. The candidate who wins the popular vote would have to be formally appointed by the central government before taking office. (Photo by Thomas Campean/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 01: Protesters work at a make shift recycling station outside the Hong Kong Government Complex on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 01: A Civil Disobedience sign written on the street in chalk is seen on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 01: A protester waves her cell phone in the air outside the Hong Kong Government Complexon October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 01: Protesters listen to speeches outside the Hong Kong Government Complex on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 01: Thousands of protesters gather outside the Hong Kong Government Complex on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

CENTRAL, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

CENTRAL, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, slogans and graffiti are scrubbed from the streets by protestors themselves as young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

CENTRAL, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, slogans and graffiti are scrubbed from the streets by protestors themselves as young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

CENTRAL, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, a banner reminds people about the nature of the gathering, as thousands of young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

CENTRAL, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, Chinese slogans are draped from a footbridge as thousands of young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 01: Protesters walk around the streets outside the Hong Kong Government Complex on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, thousands of young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, thousands of young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, thousands of young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, thousands of young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 01: Thousands of protesters gather outside the Hong Kong Government Complex on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, protestors are spraying with a mist of cool water as thousands of young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, thousands of young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, an ambulance is allowed to pass through thousands of young people participating in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, thousands of young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, a Chinese flag flies in the barracks of the People's Liberation Army as thousands of young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 01: Pro-democracy demonstrators near the Government Complex in Hong Kong on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Thomas Campean/UNI UK RM/Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, thousands of young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

HONG KONG - OCTOBER 01: A sign is seen taped to an overhead bridge outside the Hong Kong Government Complex on October 1, 2014 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Thousands of pro democracy supporters continue to occupy the streets surrounding Hong Kong's Financial district. Protest leaders have set an October 1st deadline for their demands to be met and are calling for open elections and the resignation of Hong Kong's Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, banners celebrate the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, as thousands participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, protestors open their umbrellas as a sign of solidarity, as thousands participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, an anti-China banner hangs from a bridge, as thousands participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

ADMIRALTY, HONG KONG, HONG KONG SAR, CHINA - 2014/10/01: On Wednesday 1st October 2014, during a public holiday to mark the 65th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, residents read hand-written messages lying in the road, as thousands of young people participate in the fourth day of the pro-democracy protest known as 'Occupy Central', blocking traffic on major roads in downtown Hong Kong. The mood continues to be calm and non-violent, whereas three days earlier, protestors faced tear gas and pepper spray from police in full riot gear. The Occupy Central civil disobedience movement began in response to China's decision to allow only Beijing-vetted candidates to stand in the city's 2017 election for the top civil position of chief executive. (Photo by Stefan Irvine/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Student protesters hold umbrellas with messages of support written upon the fabric during a gathering in support of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protestors, in Taipei on October 1, 2014. Hundreds of university students lit up the square with their phones to show their support for the Hong Kong pro democracy movement. AFP PHOTO / SAM YEH (Photo credit should read SAM YEH/AFP/Getty Images)

Students from Taiwan and Hong Kong raise their mobile phones in front of the Freedom Square as an attendee displays a sign reading 'Support Hong Kong' during a gathering in support of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protestors, in Taipei on October 1, 2014. Hundreds of university students lit up the square with their phones to show their support for the Hong Kong pro democracy movement. AFP PHOTO / SAM YEH (Photo credit should read SAM YEH/AFP/Getty Images)

Students from Taiwan and Hong Kong raise their mobile phones in front of the Freedom Square as a woman displays a sign reading 'Go Go Hong Kong!' during a gathering in support of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protestors, in Taipei on October 1, 2014. Hundreds of university students lit up the square with their phones to show their support for the Hong Kong pro democracy movement. AFP PHOTO / SAM YEH (Photo credit should read SAM YEH/AFP/Getty Images)

Students from Taiwan and Hong Kong raise their mobile phones in front of the Freedom square during a gathering in support of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protestors, in Taipei on October 1, 2014. Hundreds of university students lit up the square with their phones to show their support for the Hong Kong pro democracy movement. AFP PHOTO / SAM YEH (Photo credit should read SAM YEH/AFP/Getty Images)

Students from Taiwan and Hong Kong display placards in front of the Freedom Square during a gathering in support of Hong Kong's pro-democracy protestors, in Taipei on October 1, 2014. Hundreds of university students lit up the square with their phones to show their support for the Hong Kong pro democracy movement. AFP PHOTO / SAM YEH (Photo credit should read SAM YEH/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy activists display placards before a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Demonstrators gather before a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Demonstrators gather before a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy activists distribute placards and leaflets before a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Demonstrators gather before a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Protesters march during a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

Protesters march during a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

A man relaxes amongst banners before a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

Protesters march during a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

Policemen secure a street as demonstrators march during a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Protesters march during a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

Protesters use umbrellas at it rains during a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

Protesters march during a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

Demonstrators march during a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Police watch as protesters march during a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

Protesters march during a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

Protesters march during a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

A protester holds a Hong Kong colonial-era coat of arms during a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / DALE DE LA REY (Photo credit should read DALE de la REY/AFP/Getty Images)

Demonstrators march during a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: (L to R) Students Max Lau, Joshua Wong and Oscar Lai chant during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Seventeenth anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule is marked in July 1, and tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents marched on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: Student Joshua Wong (L) chants during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Seventeenth anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule is marked in July 1, and tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents marched on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: Protesters hold placards and chant slogans as they march on a street during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Seventeenth anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule is marked in July 1, and tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents marched on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: People march on a street during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Seventeenth anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule is marked in July 1, and tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents marched on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: A protester holds a placard during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Seventeenth anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule is marked in July 1, and tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents marched on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: A police officer stand guard during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Seventeenth anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule is marked in July 1, and tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents marched on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: Student Oscar Lai chants during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Seventeenth anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule is marked in July 1, and tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents marched on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: People march on a street during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Seventeenth anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule is marked in July 1, and tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents marched on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: People march on a street during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Seventeenth anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule is marked in July 1, and tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents marched on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: People march on a street during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Seventeenth anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule is marked in July 1, and tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents marched on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: Protesters hold banners and flags as they march on a street during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. July 1, 2014 marks the 17th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule as tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents march on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: Protesters hold props as they march on a street during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. July 1, 2014 marks the 17th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule as tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents march on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: Protesters hold props as they march on a street during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. July 1, 2014 marks the 17th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule as tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents march on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: Retired cardinalate Joseph Zen Ze-kiun waves at protesters during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. July 1, 2014 marks the 17th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule as tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents march on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 01: Protesters hold props as they march on a street during the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. July 1, 2014 marks the 17th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule as tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents march on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 02: People gather to occupy a street overnight in Central district after the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. July 1, 2014 marks the 17th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule as tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents march on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 02: People gather to occupy a street overnight in Central district after the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. July 1, 2014 marks the 17th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule as tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents march on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 02: A protester yells at a police officer as the officer is about to arrest him after the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Protesters gathered to occupy a street in Central district. July 1, 2014 marks the 17th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule as tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents march on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 02: People gather to occupy a street overnight in Central district after the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. July 1, 2014 marks the 17th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule as tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents march on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 02: Police officers arrest protesters after the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Protesters gathered to occupy a street in Central district. July 1, 2014 marks the 17th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule as tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents march on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 02: A man gathers with others to occupy a street in Central district as he gives a thumb down after the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. July 1, 2014 marks the 17th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule as tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents march on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - JULY 02: Police officers arrest protesters after the annual pro-democracy protest on July 1, 2014 in Hong Kong. Protesters gathered to occupy a street in Central district. July 1, 2014 marks the 17th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China rule as tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents march on the street to demand for universal suffrage for city's next leader. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

Demonstrators sit in a street of the central district after a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / PHILIPPE LOPEZ (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Demonstrators sit in a street of the central district after a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 1, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. July 1 is traditionally a day of protest in Hong Kong and also marks the anniversary of the handover from Britain to China in 1997, under a 'one country, two systems' agreement. AFP PHOTO / PHILIPPE LOPEZ (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Policemen remove protesters early morning in the central district after a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong on July 2, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. Scores of protesters were forcibly removed by police in the early hours following a massive pro-democracy rally which organisers said saw a turnout of over half a million. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Policemen remove protesters in the central district after a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong early on July 2, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. Scores of protesters were forcibly removed by police in the early hours following a massive pro-democracy rally which organisers said saw a turnout of over half a million. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Policemen remove protesters in the central district after a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong early on July 2, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. Scores of protesters were forcibly removed by police in the early hours following a massive pro-democracy rally which organisers said saw a turnout of over half a million. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Policemen look on as some of their colleagues wait on coaches to transport protesters in the central district after a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong early on July 2, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. Scores of protesters were forcibly removed by police in the early hours following a massive pro-democracy rally which organisers said saw a turnout of over half a million. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

Policemen remove protesters in the central district after a pro-democracy rally seeking greater democracy in Hong Kong early on July 2, 2014 as frustration grows over the influence of Beijing on the city. Scores of protesters were forcibly removed by police in the early hours following a massive pro-democracy rally which organisers said saw a turnout of over half a million. AFP PHOTO / Philippe Lopez (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE LOPEZ/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - SEPTEMBER 29: Demonstrators disperse as tear gas is fired by police during a protest on September 29, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of people kicked off Occupy Central by taking over Connaught Road, one of the major highway in Hong Kong, in protest against Beijing's conservative framework for political reform. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

A demonstrator gestures opposite policemen during a pro-democracy protest in Hong Kong on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

HONG KONG - SEPTEMBER 29: Demonstrators disperse as tear gas is fired by police during a protest on September 29, 2014 in Hong Kong. Thousands of people kicked off Occupy Central by taking over Connaught Road, one of the major highway in Hong Kong, in protest against Beijing's conservative framework for political reform. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

Security forces wearing gas masks take position opposite demonstrators taking part in a pro-democracy protest in Hong Kong on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Protesters protect themselves from tear gas fired by police during riots that followed a pro-democracy protest in Hong Kong on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Riot policemen take position opposite demonstrators during a pro-democracy protest in Hong Kong on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Protesters protect themselves from tear gas fired by police during riots that followed a pro-democracy protest in Hong Kong on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

A demonstrator covers his mouth and nose as tear gas is fired by police during a protest near central government offices in Hong Kong, China, on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014. Thousands of Hong Kong pro-democracy demonstrators defied tear gas and pepper spray to occupy the city center, as police undertook the biggest crackdown since the city returned to Chinese rule. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Riot police stand on guard during a protest near central government offices in Hong Kong, China, on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014. Thousands of Hong Kong pro-democracy demonstrators defied tear gas and pepper spray to occupy the city center, as police undertook the biggest crackdown since the city returned to Chinese rule. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Riot police hold up shields in front of demonstrators during a protest near central government offices in Hong Kong, China, on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014. Thousands of Hong Kong pro-democracy demonstrators defied tear gas and pepper spray to occupy the city center, as police undertook the biggest crackdown since the city returned to Chinese rule. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Protesters take cover from tear gas fired by police during riots that followed a pro-democracy protest in Hong Kong on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

A pro-democracy protester tries top protect himself from tear gas during a demonstration in Hong Kong on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill on September 28, in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. It marked a dramatic escalation of protests in the city, which rarely sees such violence, after a tense week of largely contained student-led demonstrations exploded into mass angry street protests. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Policemen put back metal barricades that fell over during scuffles with pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy run away during a demonstration in Hong Kong on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill on September 28, in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. It marked a dramatic escalation of protests in the city, which rarely sees such violence, after a tense week of largely contained student-led demonstrations exploded into mass angry street protests. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Police officers confront pro-democracy protesters during a demonstration in Hong Kong on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill on September 28, in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. It marked a dramatic escalation of protests in the city, which rarely sees such violence, after a tense week of largely contained student-led demonstrations exploded into mass angry street protests. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Police officers stand in a cloud of tear gas during a demonstration in Hong Kong on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill on September 28, in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. It marked a dramatic escalation of protests in the city, which rarely sees such violence, after a tense week of largely contained student-led demonstrations exploded into mass angry street protests. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesters demonstrate in Hong Kong on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill on September 28, in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. It marked a dramatic escalation of protests in the city, which rarely sees such violence, after a tense week of largely contained student-led demonstrations exploded into mass angry street protests. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy protesters demonstrate in Hong Kong on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill on September 28, in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. It marked a dramatic escalation of protests in the city, which rarely sees such violence, after a tense week of largely contained student-led demonstrations exploded into mass angry street protests. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Demonstrators disperse as tear gas is fired by police during a protest near central government offices in Hong Kong, China, on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014. Thousands of Hong Kong pro-democracy demonstrators defied tear gas and pepper spray to occupy the city center, as police undertook the biggest crackdown since the city returned to Chinese rule. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A demonstrator covers his nose and mouth as he walks through tear gas fired by police during a protest near central government offices in Hong Kong, China, on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014. Thousands of Hong Kong pro-democracy demonstrators defied tear gas and pepper spray to occupy the city center, as police undertook the biggest crackdown since the city returned to Chinese rule. Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg via Getty Images

A pro-democracy demonstrator wearing a mask and goggles to protect against pepper spray and tear gas gestures during a rally near the Hong Kong government headquarters on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill on September 28, in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy demonstrators wearing masks and goggles to protect against pepper spray and tear gas gesture during a rally near the Hong Kong government headquarters on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill on September 28, in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy demonstrators rally near the Hong Kong government headquarters on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill on September 28, in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. AFP PHOTO / XAUME OLLEROS (Photo credit should read XAUME OLLEROS/AFP/Getty Images)

A passenger bus is left abandoned as pro-democracy activists demonstrate near the Hong Kong government headquarters on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill on September 28, in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. AFP PHOTO / AARON TAM (Photo credit should read aaron tam/AFP/Getty Images)

Pro-democracy demonstrators rally near the Hong Kong government headquarters on September 28, 2014. Police fired tear gas as tens of thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators brought parts of central Hong Kong to a standstill on September 28, in a dramatic escalation of protests that have gripped the semi-autonomous Chinese city for days. AFP PHOTO / AARON TAM (Photo credit should read aaron tam/AFP/Getty Images)