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The Basic Law was drafted as part of the Sino-British Joint Declaration covering Hong Kong after its handover to China on July 1, 1997. The declaration stated Hong Kong would be governed under the principle of ‘one country, two systems’ and continue to enjoy its capitalist system and individual freedoms for 50 years after the handover.
Protecting the city’s distinct advantages calls for leaders to promote the importance of the common law system, and impress on Beijing the urgent need for Chinese officials, here and on the mainland, to study it.
Beijing expects the local government, legislature and judiciary to implement the new domestic security law in a way that ensures the city remains an attractive place for all.
Despite rapid start to scrutiny of proposed Article 23 security legislation by lawmakers, there should be no compromise on making changes and improvements.
City urged to draw on its “super roles” to raise capital, as well as to connect with and support investors and help the country become a financial powerhouse
Concerns of various sectors of Hong Kong society need to be addressed and suggested improvements to legislation considered.
- China’s foreign ministry arm in the city hits out at US Consul General Gregory May, who accused authorities of curbing freedom of expression beyond its borders
- May was speaking at online forum organised by think tank that recently released report claiming erosion of city’s high degree of autonomy
Beijing expresses ‘strong dissatisfaction’ as Washington describes ban on ‘Glory to Hong Kong’ as blow to city’s judicial independence.
Centre for Strategic and International Studies report says punishment or abandonment of city’s special status in US law could damage remaining autonomy.
Yuen said in Facebook post he made decision to leave city after being contacted by national security police on a weekly basis after early release from jail in September.
Third Side vice-chairman Casper Wong reveals plan after the group’s leaders meet US consul general in Hong Kong and Macau Gregory May.
Professionals need help to understand responsibilities under bill being scrutinised in legislature, Chloe Mo of Hong Kong Occupational Therapist Association says.
Paul Lam says he continues to engage in discussions and provide explanations on the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance enacted last month.
Public spending watchdog criticises postal service for not including safeguarding national security clauses in contracts for stamp designs.
State Department accused Beijing of continuing to ‘dismantle’ Hong Kong’s political freedoms and autonomy in violation of Sino-British Joint Declaration and Basic Law.
Lee says some media practitioners and outlets are already ‘refuting or correcting’ misinformation.
A source says the government has shifted to a ‘softer, reactive’ approach but is not planning any large-scale publicity campaigns or high-level delegations to explain the new law overseas.
Lawmaker says he added disclaimer as ‘precaution’ and out of ‘prudence’ in light of new Safeguarding National Security Ordinance enacted last month.
Britain is blatantly interfering with Hong Kong affairs in a futile attempt to undermine the city’s prosperity and stability, government says.
Vigilance is required because of the ‘sudden’ and ‘persistent’ nature of national security risks, he says.
Chief Executive John Lee, also addressing National Security Education Day ceremony, reminds residents to remain vigilant over persistent risks.
City’s first awareness day following implementation of domestic national security law will be held on Monday and is set to be biggest since 2021 launch.
Victor Dawes says city’s hosting of fourth global conference for International Advocacy Training Council serves as ‘vote of confidence’ in local law profession.
Hong Kong Journalists Association tells High Court restrictions on access to vehicle registration information are ‘excessive and unreasonable’.
Zheng Yanxiong, director of central government’s liaison office in Hong Kong, is expected to offer key takeaways from last month’s ‘two sessions’ in Beijing.
Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin warns US over possible travel restrictions floated by Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
China’s foreign ministry arm in Hong Kong sends second letter to The Wall Street Journal biting back after editorial criticises domestic national security law.
Frank Jannuzi says Hong Kong should celebrate what makes the city special to convince Americans that it is different from the rest of China.
Former Basic Law Committee vice-chair Maria Tam also says new rules under Article 23 legislation ‘are not punitive measures’.
Commissioner of Customs and Excise Louise Ho says training will give staff an understanding about their duties under Safeguarding National Security Ordinance.
‘This is exactly what I want to tell the public: do not try to do any behaviour or activities that endanger national security … do not try to test the law,’ John Lee says.
Chief Executive John Lee says training must be strengthened to ‘resist espionage activities and the infiltration of intelligence units from various countries’.
Activist Adam Ma was not granted early release for good behaviour because of the enactment of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, sources say.
Justice secretary Paul Lam outlines scenarios where people could breach new domestic national security law.
