Chung, Hong Kong’s sole representative to the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, confirmed that the law had been passed.
China Passes Hong Kong Security Law Aimed at Crushing Protests
China’s legislature approved a sweeping new law aimed at quashing threats to national security in Hong Kong, rejecting Western criticism that Beijing’s efforts will curb people’s freedoms in the …
China passes controversial Hong Kong national security law
China’s top legislative body passed a controversial national security law on Tuesday that critics say will threaten the autonomy of Hong Kong and the freedoms of its citizens.
Japan calls China’s reported move on Hong Kong ‘extremely regrettable’
Japan’s top government spokesman said on Tuesday China’s move to pass national security legislation for Hong Kong, if confirmed, was “extremely regrettable” and undermined credibility in the ‘one …
China Passes Security Law With Sweeping Powers Over Hong Kong
Lawmakers in Beijing voted in a process that has been criticized for its secrecy and haste. The law will extend the Communist Party’s reach into Hong Kong.
China Opens Wealth Tap to Hong Kong Amid Crackdown on Dissent
China moved to deepen its economic ties to Hong Kong, opening up further investment flows to the city at the same time as authorities in Beijing push to quell political dissent.Regulators on Monday …
U.S. begins to pare back Hong Kong’s special status amid scrutiny over security law
The U.S. began eliminating Hong Kong’s special status under U.S. law on Monday, halting defence exports and restricting the territory’s access to high technology products as China prepares new Hong …
U.S. begins to pare back Hong Kong’s special status
The United States began eliminating Hong Kong’s special status under U.S. law on Monday, halting defense exports and restricting the territory’s access to high technology products as China prepares …
How Hong Kong cleaned up its toxic harbour
Hong Kong’s landmark harbours were brimming with filth. It took a controversial project tunnelling under the crowded city to make the waters safe.
U.S. Halts High-Tech Exports to Hong Kong Over Security Concerns
The Trump administration’s new restrictions come in response to a new national security law that will extend China’s influence over Hong Kong.