China's leaders are signalling that they are preparing to change how they deal with Hong Kong, following months of pro-democracy protests.

Axar.az reports citing BBC.

Shen Chunyao, director of the Hong Kong, Macau and Basic Law Commission, told reporters they were looking at ways to "perfect" how Hong Kong's chief executive is appointed and removed.

He did not elaborate on what exactly might change.

The statement could further inflame protests, which began in June.

There were demonstrations on Friday and more are expected over the weekend.