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Latest news and updates on Beijing’s national security law for Hong Kong. The legislation, which was passed by Beijing by promulgation on June 30, 2020, aims to prevent, stop and punish secession, subversion of state power, terrorism and foreign interference. Opposition politicians and critics warn it could be used to suppress dissent and erode freedom in the city. Read the full text of the law here
Even without having to amend local legislation, the city seems to be heading in the right direction to align with the central government’s planned national education law.
The core values including a high degree of autonomy, an independent judiciary and the protection of rights should not be forgotten
Criticism of city’s record on rights and human trafficking is politically motivated, as anyone who comes here for business or pleasure can see for themselves.
Hong Kong leader John Lee appears to have fallen foul of American internal politics and is still awaiting his invitation to talks in November.
Questions on national policy and security for Hong Kong primary and secondary school pupils during the summer holidays have come in for criticism.
Bringing closure, as soon as possible, for Hongkongers involved in what are now old suspected offences is part of doing justice.
- Chief executive calls for those, including relatives of suspects, with information on activists to come forward, vowing they will be rewarded
- China’s foreign affairs office in city warns external forces to stop harbouring criminals and supporting ‘pawns’
Nearly all have urged sanctions on city, while most linked to 2019 social unrest and online calls for activism before and after leaving, according to police.
Announcement marks first time bounties on offer since legislation took effect, banning acts of secession, subversion, terrorism and collusion with foreign forces.
Mike Gallagher and Alicia Kearns express ‘deep concerns’ over bank’s alleged decision to reject early withdrawal requests.
Teachers to visit mainland China to foster mainstream values of ‘loving the country and Hong Kong’, says Secretary for Education Christine Choi.
Cheng Li, formerly of the Brookings Institution, will lead a new think tank called the Centre on Governance of China and the World.
John Lee addresses political and business leaders at ceremony marking July 1 handover anniversary as he takes stock of his first year in office.
Letter calls for European Member States and the European Commission to work to secure the immediate release of all people detained under the security law.
Hero chef who tackled knife-wielding Plaza Hollywood double killer with two stools awarded the Bronze Medal for Bravery.
Communication gurus say top officials could make better use of their social media presence to promote their policies and the city.
From ‘light public housing’ to a district council overhaul, the Post takes a look back at some of his administration’s headline-making moves.
Chief Executive John Lee says committing acts of secession, subversion and terrorism covered by Beijing-imposed legislation all require criminal intent, while collusion is widely defined under law.
In wide-ranging interview, John Lee says fresh deals from Middle East trip are on horizon and third-quarter economic figures will show progress being made.
Prosecutors cite remarks by Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office director Xia Baolong as part of case against former senior editors Chung Pui-kuen and Patrick Lam.
In a monumental step seven months into his term as Hong Kong’s chief executive, John Lee had Beijing’s blessings to reopen the city.
Kurt Tong, who was top US diplomat in city from 2016 to 2019, says local business environment has become more difficult but it is not as altered as political landscape.
Professor Stephen Cheung says increased immigration ‘almost the only way’ to deal with population decline and falling birth rates.
Top government adviser Regina Ip says definition of state secrets in local version of national security law should not align with mainland’s, argues freedom of information key to Hong Kong’s global status.
Readers discuss the work ethic of the younger generations, the sensitivity in Hong Kong over the June 4 anniversary, and the opposition to building flats on the Fanling golf course.
Journalists’ group has instructed lawyers to write to Department of Justice to obtain more information about application for court injunction against playing protest song.
US Consul General Gregory May also uses rare public appearance to stress importance of face-to-face academic, cultural exchanges.
Secretary for Justice Paul Lam invites those who disagree with ban to come forward and present arguments during hearing scheduled for July 21.
But leader John Lee also warns residents against ‘hijacking’ handover, saying ‘we must not let our guard down’.
Court of Appeal says items ‘agreed to be journalistic material were already accessed’ after earlier judgment, so dispute had ‘ceased to exist’.
Trip by six Bauhinia Party members coincides with high-stakes visit by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to mainland China.
Former security chief Regina Ip brushes aside lawyer’s claim that law deters whistle-blowing.
