Safeguard for Hong Kong's security and prosperity
9 months ago

Safeguard for Hong Kong's security and prosperity

China Daily  

A view of the Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong. After the Legislative Council of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region unanimously passed the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance mandated by Article 23 of the Basic Law of Hong Kong on Tuesday, some Western figures, including those in the European Council, began attacking the legislation and questioning the business environment in Hong Kong. The latest legislation, in conjunction with the already implemented Hong Kong National Security Law, fills in the gaps in safeguarding national security in Hong Kong, truly ensures its long-term stability and the steady progress of the "one country, two systems" policy. In fact, "protecting human rights" runs through every part of the Hong Kong National Security Law. This indicates that following the implementation of the Hong Kong National Security Law, confidence in Hong Kong's business environment remains strong among domestic and overseas investors and enterprises.

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Central gov't office for safeguarding national security in HKSAR supports punishment of subversion activities
1 month ago

Central gov't office for safeguarding national security in HKSAR supports punishment of subversion activities

China Daily  

HONG KONG -- The Office for Safeguarding National Security of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on Tuesday said that it firmly supported Hong Kong's judiciary in sentencing the defendants convicted of "conspiracy to subvert the state power" in accordance with the law. A spokesperson for the office said that the sentencing results demonstrated the …

HKSAR government slams foreign interference in its judicial affairs
1 month, 1 week ago

HKSAR government slams foreign interference in its judicial affairs

China Daily  

The Golden Bauhinia Square in China's Hong Kong, July 14, 2020. Photo: Xinhua The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on Sunday strongly disapproved of and rejected the recent biased and misleading remarks made by some foreign governments, politicians, officials and the media, etc, on HKSAR's work in safeguarding national security and Lai Chee-ying's case, with a HKSAR …

Hong Kong charges two under new national security law
6 months ago

Hong Kong charges two under new national security law

The Hindu  

Hong Kong has charged two persons in the span of a week with "sedition" over social media posts and clothing slogans, under a new national security law. The legislation is Hong Kong's second national security law and follows the one imposed by Beijing in 2020 after huge, sometimes violent pro-democracy protests a year earlier. Au published the content intending to …

China stands against parties slandering HK national security law
6 months, 1 week ago

China stands against parties slandering HK national security law

China Daily  

On Friday, China expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to relevant parties' slandering the national security law for Hong Kong and the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance and interfering in the special administrative region's rule of law. Countries, including the United States, and the European Union have expressed "concerns" over the move and the extraterritorial application of the national security law …

Hong Kong hits back as UK judge says rule of law ‘profoundly compromised’
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Hong Kong hits back as UK judge says rule of law ‘profoundly compromised’

Al Jazeera  

Hong Kong has hit back at a British judge who announced his resignation from the territory’s top court last week and expressed concern that the rule of law was in danger following the landmark conviction of 47 pro-democracy politicians and activists. Jonathan Sumption, one of two British judges who resigned from the Court of Final Appeal last week, wrote in …

HK leader warns about security risks
6 months, 2 weeks ago

HK leader warns about security risks

China Daily  

Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu urged society on Tuesday to remain vigilant against national security threats after recent verdicts in a subversion trial sounded the alarm. A court in Hong Kong handed down verdicts on Thursday in a subversion case related to an illegal "primary election" before the Legislative Council election in 2020, finding 14 …

Sanctions shine spotlight on chaos causer in Hong Kong
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Sanctions shine spotlight on chaos causer in Hong Kong

China Daily  

A view of the Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong. The US government on Friday expressed its deep concerns about the convictions of 14 lawbreakers in Hong Kong under the National Security Law of Hong Kong, saying it's taking steps to impose new visa restrictions on officials from both the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong who are responsible for the implementation …

After joint 108 years on remand, Hong Kong 47 face security trial verdict
6 months, 3 weeks ago

After joint 108 years on remand, Hong Kong 47 face security trial verdict

Al Jazeera  

The trial of prominent democracy activists and politicians, who were arrested in 2021, is the largest under the security law. A verdict is finally looming in Hong Kong’s longest running and largest national security trial of 47 pro-democracy legislators and political activists, with the defendants having together logged 39,000 days or some 108 years on remand even before the sentencing …

Hong Kong police arrest 6 people accused of violating the city’s new national security law
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Hong Kong police arrest 6 people accused of violating the city’s new national security law

Associated Press  

HONG KONG — Hong Kong police on Tuesday arrested six people, including a former organizer of the city’s decades-long annual vigil that commemorated China’s Tiananmen Square crackdown, for allegedly publishing seditious social media posts, in what were the first publicly known arrests under the city’s new national security law. But the page started publishing a series of posts to mark …

US treads carefully in responding to Hong Kong’s new national security law
8 months, 2 weeks ago

US treads carefully in responding to Hong Kong’s new national security law

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. has denounced Hong Kong’s new national security law as a tool to potentially silence dissent both at home and abroad, but so far the action from Washington has been notably muted, disappointing those fighting for the Chinese territory’s democracy and freedoms. “Moreover, it’s not entirely clear that any specific actions from Washington would prompt Beijing to …

Beneath the calm, Hong Kong’s new security law drives deeper, quieter changes
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Beneath the calm, Hong Kong’s new security law drives deeper, quieter changes

Associated Press  

HONG KONG — On the surface, life in Hong Kong after a broad new national security law recently took effect appears unchanged. Instead, there’s a deeper, quieter wave of adaptation underway among Hong Kong residents who are living under the threat of more extensive restrictions after the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance took effect on March 23. Those steps, taken even …

The US Must Respond to Hong Kong’s New Security Law
8 months, 2 weeks ago

The US Must Respond to Hong Kong’s New Security Law

The Diplomat  

The push last month by Hong Kong to legislate a rigorous national security law, also known as the Article 23 legislation, within 12 days drew world-wide criticism. This development, aimed at embedding China’s national security edicts within Hong Kong’s legal framework, is a clear sign of eroding freedoms in a city once renowned for its autonomy and vibrant open society. …

HK legislation balances rule of law and development
8 months, 3 weeks ago

HK legislation balances rule of law and development

China Daily  

A view of the Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong. The new law is comprehensive in that it integrates the substantive and procedural aspects of law as well as complements the National Security Law of Hong Kong, and identifies the offenses punishable under Article 23. First, by complementing the existing National Security Law and integrating it into Hong Kong's jurisdiction, the …

Watch | What is Hong Kong’s new national security law?
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Watch | What is Hong Kong’s new national security law?

The Hindu  

On March 19th, the Hong Kong government passed a new national security law that has been criticised by several Western countries and rights groups The Safeguarding National Security law revises the existing regulations and penalties, and adds five new categories of offences — treason, insurrection, espionage and theft of state secrets, sabotaging national security, and external interference Some of these …

HK chief vows to boost national security education, economy
8 months, 4 weeks ago

HK chief vows to boost national security education, economy

China Daily  

Lee says city will implement measures proposed in policy address and budget Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said on Tuesday that the special administrative region's government will focus on economic development following the enactment of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, while continuing public education and explaining the law. Speaking to reporters before a weekly Executive Council meeting, Lee …

Hong Kong leader says prisoners jailed for national security crimes unlikely to get early release
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Hong Kong leader says prisoners jailed for national security crimes unlikely to get early release

Deccan Chronicle  

Hong Kong, Mar 26 Hong Kong's leader said Tuesday that prisoners convicted for serious national security crimes would not likely be granted early release under the tightened rules of a new national security law, signalling a hardening government stance against jailed political activists. Chief Executive John Lee said the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance stipulates that people found guilty of endangering …

Prisoners jailed for national security crimes unlikely to get early release, Hong Kong leader says
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Prisoners jailed for national security crimes unlikely to get early release, Hong Kong leader says

Associated Press  

HONG KONG — Hong Kong’s leader said Tuesday that prisoners convicted for serious national security crimes would not likely be granted early release under the tightened rules of a new national security law, signaling a hardening government stance against jailed political activists. AP AUDIO: Hong Kong leader says prisoners jailed for national security crimes unlikely to get early release. Lee’s …

Hong Kong scraps early release for national security convicts
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Hong Kong scraps early release for national security convicts

New Indian Express  

HONG KONG: Hong Kong's leader said Tuesday that people convicted on national security charges would no longer be eligible for early release for good behaviour, under a new law enacted by the city's authorities over the weekend. "It's been made very clear that if a prisoner is serving a sentence in respect to his conviction of an offence endangering national …

Explained: What is Hong Kong’s new security law, and what does Article 23 specify
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Explained: What is Hong Kong’s new security law, and what does Article 23 specify

The Hindu  

The story so far: Hong Kong’s new security law has drawn widespread criticism from several Western countries, the United Nations and human rights groups, which contend that the “rushed” legislation will further threaten freedom and empower the government to suppress dissent in the financial hub. “New legislation under Article 23 will bring a further devastating blow to the city’s autonomy, …

Hong Kong’s new security law comes into force amid human rights concerns
9 months ago

Hong Kong’s new security law comes into force amid human rights concerns

Al Jazeera  

The law, known as Article 23, has been criticised internationally over fears it could erode civil liberties. A new national security law has come into force in Hong Kong despite growing international criticism that it could erode freedoms in the China-ruled city and damage its international financial hub credentials. The law, also known as Article 23, came into at midnight …

Security ordinance to safeguard HK's prosperity, stability
9 months ago

Security ordinance to safeguard HK's prosperity, stability

China Daily  

A view of the Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong. The promulgation of Article 23 legislation in Hong Kong represents a watershed moment in the city's legal and political history, as it concludes years of political strife that has challenged the region's prosperity and stability. The havoc during the 2019 social unrest further exposes the national security risks confronting Hong Kong …

Security ordinance to safeguard HK's prosperity, stability
9 months ago

Security ordinance to safeguard HK's prosperity, stability

China Daily  

A view of the Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong. The promulgation of Article 23 legislation in Hong Kong represents a watershed moment in the city's legal and political history, as it concludes years of political strife that has challenged the region's prosperity and stability. The havoc during the 2019 social unrest further exposes the national security risks confronting Hong Kong …

New law to safeguard HK's future development
9 months ago

New law to safeguard HK's future development

China Daily  

SHI YU/CHINA DAILY After years of discussions and anticipation, the Hong Kong Legislative Council finally passed the Safeguarding National Security Bill, as mandated by Article 23 of the Basic Law, on Tuesday, marking a pivotal moment in the history of the special administrative region. Safeguarding national security and passing laws based on Article 23 are a constitutional responsibility of the …

The completion of Basic Law Article 23 legislation reflects the will of the people
9 months ago

The completion of Basic Law Article 23 legislation reflects the will of the people

China Daily  

Hong Kong will enact a new national security ordinance to address risks, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announces at a news conference on Jan 30, 2024. The legislative process for Article 23 of Hong Kong's Basic Law, which enjoys strong public support, is unfolding. I believe that the draft bill and proposed amendments put forward by the SAR government aim …

HK lawmaker: Western politicians' double standards on security law
9 months ago

HK lawmaker: Western politicians' double standards on security law

China Daily  

"National security laws are not something that's unique to Hong Kong, they are global standard," said Dominic Lee in Hong Kong's Legislative Council. The bill, also known as Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, seeks to prohibit five acts that endanger national security while updating provisions within existing laws. ".That is why I find it so hypocritical when Western politicians such as …

Hong Kong lawmakers unanimously approve law that gives government more power to curb dissent
9 months ago

Hong Kong lawmakers unanimously approve law that gives government more power to curb dissent

The Hindu  

Hong Kong lawmakers unanimously approved a new national security law on March 19 that grants the government more power to quash dissent, widely seen as the latest step in a sweeping political crackdown that was triggered by pro-democracy protests in 2019. Since the bill was unveiled on March 8, a committee held daily meetings for a week, following an appeal …

Hong Kong passes draconian new national security law – in fresh crackdown on dissent
9 months ago

Hong Kong passes draconian new national security law – in fresh crackdown on dissent

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Hong Kong has passed a …

Hong Kong Lawmakers Approve Law That Gives Government More Power To Curb Dissent
9 months ago

Hong Kong Lawmakers Approve Law That Gives Government More Power To Curb Dissent

Huff Post  

Lawmakers raise their hands to vote after the second reading of the Basic Law Article 23 legislation at the Legislative Council in Hong Kong, Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Hong Kong’s lawmakers unanimously passed a new national security law that grants the government more power to quash dissent in the southern Chinese city. via Associated Press HONG KONG — Hong Kong …

How will a new national security law affect different walks of life in Hong Kong?
9 months ago

How will a new national security law affect different walks of life in Hong Kong?

Associated Press  

HONG KONG — As Hong Kong passed a new national security law, the city that evolved from a swampy fishing village to a financial center embarked on another transformation, one that may redefine its role on the world stage and the liberties of its citizens. Hong Kong’s mini-constitution, the Basic Law, requires the city to enact a home-grown national security …

Hong Kong lawmakers pass new national security law, giving government more power to curb dissent
9 months ago

Hong Kong lawmakers pass new national security law, giving government more power to curb dissent

The Independent  

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Hong Kong enacts Article 23: How will contentious new national security law affect different walks of life?
9 months ago

Hong Kong enacts Article 23: How will contentious new national security law affect different walks of life?

India TV News  

Hong Kong: As Hong Kong passed a new national security law, the city that evolved from a swampy fishing village to a financial centre embarked on another transformation, one that may redefine its role on the world stage and the liberties of its citizens. Hong Kong's mini-constitution, the Basic Law, requires the city to enact a home-grown national security law. …

Article 23: Hong Kong legislature passes tough new national security law
9 months ago

Article 23: Hong Kong legislature passes tough new national security law

Al Jazeera  

Rights groups, foreign governments fear fast-tracked law will erode civil liberties and may be used to silence critics. Hong Kong’s Legislative Council unanimously passed a new national security law that expands the government’s power to crush dissent. “Today is a historic moment for Hong Kong,” said Chief Executive John Lee, who added that the law punishing five major crimes would …

Reinforcement of rule of law in HK: China Daily editorial
9 months ago

Reinforcement of rule of law in HK: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

Photo taken on Aug 5, 2019 shows China's national flag and the flag of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on the Golden Bauhinia Square in Hong Kong, China. Hong Kong lawmakers unanimously passed a bill mandated by Article 23 of the Basic Law of Hong Kong on Tuesday, which will take effect on Saturday. It is the implementation of …

What is Article 23, Hong Kong’s new draconian national security law?
9 months ago

What is Article 23, Hong Kong’s new draconian national security law?

Al Jazeera  

Passing of new national security law described as ‘very dark day’ for civil liberties in Hong Kong. Legislators in Hong Kong have approved a new national security law ­- referred to as Article 23 – that gives the government new powers to crack down on all forms of dissent on the grounds of alleged treason, espionage, sedition and external interference …

Hong Kong unanimously passes new national security law or Article 23 widening crackdown on dissent
9 months ago

Hong Kong unanimously passes new national security law or Article 23 widening crackdown on dissent

India TV News  

Hong Kong's Legislative Council on Tuesday unanimously passed the city's new national security bill, 11 days after it was published by the government. Since the bill was unveiled on March 8, a committee held daily meetings for a week, following an appeal by Hong Kong leader John Lee to push the law through “at full speed.” The law threatens stringent …

Hong Kong lawmakers approve second law that gives government more power to curb dissent
9 months ago

Hong Kong lawmakers approve second law that gives government more power to curb dissent

LA Times  

Hong Kong Secretary for Security Chris Tang speaks during the second reading of the Basic Law Article 23 legislation at the Legislative Council in Hong Kong on Tuesday. Hong Kong lawmakers unanimously approved a new national security law Tuesday that grants the government more power to quash dissent, widely seen as the latest step in a sweeping political crackdown triggered …

HK to enact new national security ordinance on Saturday
9 months ago

HK to enact new national security ordinance on Saturday

China Daily  

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu arrives at the Legislative Council chamber after the passage on third reading of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance on March 19, 2024. HK: Ordinance hailed as milestone for city's stability Hong Kong is set to enact the long-awaited Safeguarding National Security Ordinance on Saturday after its legislature passed the law on Tuesday — a historic …

National security bill comes into law on March 23
9 months ago

National security bill comes into law on March 23

China Daily  

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu arrives at the Legislative Council chamber after the passage on third reading of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance on March 19, 2024. Hong Kong will enact the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance on Saturday, announced the city's leader John Lee Ka-chiu after the city's legislature passed the bill on its third reading on Tuesday. The Safeguarding …

Hong Kong passes a new security law that toughens punishment of dissent
9 months ago

Hong Kong passes a new security law that toughens punishment of dissent

NPR  

Hong Kong passes a new security law that toughens punishment of dissent Enlarge this image toggle caption Peter Parks/AFP via Getty Images Peter Parks/AFP via Getty Images Hong Kong lawmakers have passed new national security legislation that carries severe punishment for a broad range of offenses, including life imprisonment for acts deemed to be insurrection. The legislation, called the Safeguarding …

Hong Kong’s new national security bill includes stiff penalties and more power to suppress dissent
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Hong Kong’s new national security bill includes stiff penalties and more power to suppress dissent

Associated Press  

HONG KONG — Hong Kong unveiled a proposed law that threatens life imprisonment for residents who “endanger national security” on Friday, deepening worries about erosion of the city’s freedoms four years after Beijing imposed a similar law that all but wiped out public dissent. Hong Kong leader John Lee has urged legislators to push the Safeguarding National Security Bill through …

Hong Kong introduces new national security draft bill with tougher penalties to stifle dissent
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Hong Kong introduces new national security draft bill with tougher penalties to stifle dissent

India TV News  

Hong Kong on Friday published its draft of a new national security law that has reportedly brought tougher penalties for those convicted of sedition or leaking state secrets. The Hong Kong bill proposed extending police detention for those arrested, without charge, for up to 14 days with a magistrate's approval and potentially limited access to lawyers, compared to 48 hours …

Hong Kong prepares tough new national security punishments
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Hong Kong prepares tough new national security punishments

Al Jazeera  

New bill includes lengthy prison terms for offences such as treason and longer sentences for acts deemed to be sedition. Hong Kong’s Legislative Council has begun debating the draft of a new national security law for the Chinese territory after Chief Executive John Lee said it should be passed at “full speed”. “The Hong Kong SAR can then focus its …

Hong Kong's National Security Law: Not A Balancing Act Between Security And Liberty
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Hong Kong's National Security Law: Not A Balancing Act Between Security And Liberty

Live Law  

As Hong Kong is poised to enact a new national security law, concerns are rippling through the international legal community. Hong Kong's New National Security Law The proposed national security law builds upon Beijing's 2020 National Security Law, which led to the arrest of activists and closure of media outlets. The proposed law extends mainland China's national security laws to …

Hong Kong’s new national security bill includes stiff penalties and more powers to suppress dissent
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Hong Kong’s new national security bill includes stiff penalties and more powers to suppress dissent

LA Times  

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee waves to delegates after the opening session of the National People’s Congress in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Tuesday. Hong Kong unveiled a proposed law Friday that threatens life imprisonment for residents who “endanger national security,” deepening worries about erosion of the city’s freedoms four years after Beijing imposed a …

U.K., U.S. blast Hong Kong's proposed new security law
9 months, 3 weeks ago

U.K., U.S. blast Hong Kong's proposed new security law

The Hindu  

The United States and Britain on Wednesday criticised the Hong Kong government over a proposed new national security law, saying it would curtail freedoms in the finance hub. Hong Kong officials said last month a further homegrown security law was needed to plug "loopholes", with Justice Chief Paul Lam saying he had heard no objections during a month of public …

Hong Kong’s plan for a new national security law deepens fears over eroding civil liberties
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Hong Kong’s plan for a new national security law deepens fears over eroding civil liberties

Associated Press  

HONG KONG — As Hong Kong moves toward enacting a new national security law, four years after Beijing imposed a similar law that all but wiped out dissent and vocal pro-democracy media in the semi-autonomous Chinese city, concerns are spreading among the city’s international business and media communities. The city’s many companies are concerned about how the new law could …

Hong Kong's plan for a new national security law deepens fears over eroding civil liberties
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Hong Kong's plan for a new national security law deepens fears over eroding civil liberties

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy As Hong Kong moves toward …

Councilors vow to explain Article 23 to HK residents
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Councilors vow to explain Article 23 to HK residents

China Daily  

Hong Kong will enact a new national security ordinance to address risks, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announces at a news conference on Jan 30, 2024. On Jan 30, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government launched a monthlong public consultation on the legislation of Article 23 — which will be achieved by introducing a new ordinance to tackle various …

There are renewed efforts in Hong Kong to push for tighter national security laws
10 months, 3 weeks ago

There are renewed efforts in Hong Kong to push for tighter national security laws

NPR  

There are renewed efforts in Hong Kong to push for tighter national security laws STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: The government of Hong Kong is discussing even tighter national security laws. And then on the foreign organization side, what you've seen is an effort by the Hong Kong government over the past year to target exile organizations here in Washington and London …

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