Hong Kong has passed a new national security law that could redefine the liberties of its citizens, and its role on the world stage.
A lawmaker watches his phone during the second reading of the Basic Law Article 23 legislation at the Legislative Council in Hong Kong, Tuesday, March 19, 2024. , 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.is the keystone in fulfilling a constitutional duty, heralding a new era focused squarely on economic prosperity.
Then, in late January, a public consultation on the legislation resurfaced. Hong Kong leader John Lee said the legislation is needed to, and often referred to the 2019 protests to justify that need, saying it will keep Hong Kong safe against “potential sabotage” and “undercurrents that try to create troubles” — particularly lurking ideas about Hong Kong independence. Some foreign agents might still be active in Hong Kong, he added.
The law could curb disruptive protests like the one in 2019 when dissenters occupied the airport and vandalized railway stations.Financial professionals who often deal with sensitive corporate information are worried about some provisions related to the protection of state secrets because they echo theWhile the offenses outlined in the new law pertain to acts conducted without lawful authority, there is anxiety that the law may create gray areas.
The government has tried to assuage the concerns, saying the legislation targets “an extremely small minority of people” who endanger national security, and insisting that normal business people, individuals, organizations, and the media sector “will not unwittingly violate the law.” The law also authorizes stiffer measures against suspects in national security cases: Police can apply to the court to extend detention without charges and prohibit suspects from consulting certain legal representatives. Some legal scholars and rights advocates say this would undermine due process.
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