Hong Kong has initiated public consultation on a proposed local National Security Law, echoing Beijing’s previous imposition. The law could grant authorities more power to prosecute offenses like collaborating with foreign forces and “publishing misleading statements,” threatening criminal prosecutions worldwide. Critics fear it may be used to suppress dissent and erode civil liberties. The one-month consultation period has raised concerns about its brevity, and the legislation is expected to pass easily amid the city’s crackdown on political opposition. The draft will be written based on public input, aiming to address perceived threats to national security.
Hong Kong Launches Public Consultation on New National Security Law
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