Chinese stocks in Hong Kong declined after a high-profile legislative meeting let down some investors who had been hoping for large-scale stimulus to revive domestic demand and combat deflation.

Hong Kong shares ended lower, with the Hang Seng Index dropping 1.1% to 20728.19. Investors were eyeing expected announcements from Chinese officials that are anticipated to include more stimulus for the Chinese economy.

Mauritius's communications regulator ordered all internet service providers to suspend access to social media platforms on Friday to Nov. 11, a day after the upcoming general election, as the country reels from a wiretapping scandal.

Hong Kong stocks slid after data showed borrowing in mainland China slowed in October and investor confidence remained subdued following Beijing’s latest policy announcements. The Hang Seng Index fell 1.