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https://hongkongfp.com/2023/07/17/hong-kong-security-law-article-23-would-target-modern-day-espionage-and-internet-loopholes-security-chief-says/
Secretary for Security Chris Tang said Article 23 would target “soft resistance” & “internet loopholes”.
In short, when article 23 is passed, #HkGov can arrest anyone without reason. No 1 will be safe in HK. To this gov’t, anything can be identify as “soft resistance”.
#FreeHK #article23 #hkprotest #HKDMovement
In short, when article 23 is passed, #HkGov can arrest anyone without reason. No 1 will be safe in HK. To this gov’t, anything can be identify as “soft resistance”.
#FreeHK #article23 #hkprotest #HKDMovement
Hong Kong Security Bureau Chief Tang Ping-keung continues to accuse Ted Hui and Chris Patten, but fails to acknowledge that the proposed Article 23 legislation could further undermine freedom in Hong Kong. Despite concerns raised by critics, Tang maintains that the bill is aimed at safeguarding press freedom and freedom of speech. However, many remain skeptical about the potential implications of this legislation on Hong Kong's cherished values of liberty and autonomy.
#Article23 #PressFreedom #FreedomOfSpeech #TedHui
#Article23 #PressFreedom #FreedomOfSpeech #TedHui
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Article 23: New domestic security law may affect regular news reporting, says Hong Kong press group https://hongkongfp.com/2024/02/26/article-23-new-domestic-security-law-may-affect-regular-news-reporting-says-hong-kong-press-group/
Hong Kong Journalists Association expresses concerns over the city's national security law, fearing its impact on press freedom. The law's broad definitions of offenses, including state secrets and external interference, pose challenges for journalists. The association urges authorities to provide clearer definitions to protect reporters and ensure their ability to hold authorities accountable. #HongKong #PressFreedom #NationalSecurityLaw #Article23
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卡梅倫： 23條立法不符中英聯合聲明及多項定義模糊 中方批評別有用心虛偽雙標 https://channelchk.com/a/16663 香港《基本法》23條立法諮詢期剛於周三（28日）結束，英國外相卡梅倫（David Cameron）發表聲明，表示香港必須確保國家安全立法符合國際標準，維護《中英聯合聲明》、《基本法》、《公民權利和政治權利國際公約》及《經濟、社會及文化權利國際公約》中規定保障人權和自由的義務。 而港府於1月30日公佈的立法方案並未履行這些義務，將對香港市民行使其權利和自由產生負面影…
UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron criticizes the proposed legislation for Article 23 in Hong Kong, stating it does not comply with the Sino-British Joint Declaration and has vague definitions. He emphasizes the need for national security legislation to meet international standards and uphold human rights and freedoms. The Hong Kong government's current proposal fails to fulfill these obligations and could negatively impact the rights and freedoms of Hong Kong citizens. Cameron urges the government to reconsider the plan and genuinely consult the people of Hong Kong. #Article23 #HongKong #HumanRights
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【更正：圖中應為「叛亂」可判終身】 基本法廿三條立法，條例今早刊憲，稍後隨即在立法會首讀，條文規定，叛國、叛亂和煽惑叛亂，最高可判處終身監禁，間諜活動、危害國安的破壞活動可以判監 20 年，外界關注的「隱匿叛國」，即明知他人意圖叛國而不披露可判監 14 年，而現時罪行下最高判監 2 年的煽動，就加碼到最高可以判 7 年。 另外值得留意的是，條文大量加入涉及「勾結境外勢力」的元素，干犯多項罪行若涉及「勾結境外勢力」，最高刑罰都會提高約 3 年，而有別於北京直接訂立的國安法，廿三條立法中並無列明各罪行的最低刑期。…
Concerns arise over Hong Kong's Article 23 law: ambiguity, freedom erosion, and expanded police powers. Life imprisonment for treason, up to 20 years for spying, and higher sentences for incitement. Critics fear press freedom restrictions and human rights implications.
Critics raise concerns about Hong Kong's Article 23 law: ambiguity, threats to freedom of expression, expanded police powers, erosion of civil liberties, and impact on autonomy. Lack of public consultation adds to worries. Safeguarding rights while addressing security is crucial.
#Article23 #HongKong #Freedom #Security
Critics raise concerns about Hong Kong's Article 23 law: ambiguity, threats to freedom of expression, expanded police powers, erosion of civil liberties, and impact on autonomy. Lack of public consultation adds to worries. Safeguarding rights while addressing security is crucial.
#Article23 #HongKong #Freedom #Security
#HongKongers express fear as govt considers expanding #HKPolice power under proposed #Article23 security law. Extended detention period without charge and restrictions on legal representation raise concerns about #individualrights and freedoms.
https://hongkongfp.com/2024/03/07/hong-kong-considers-extending-detention-period-of-arrestees-to-up-to-14-days-in-national-security-cases/
#HongKong #PolicePower
https://hongkongfp.com/2024/03/07/hong-kong-considers-extending-detention-period-of-arrestees-to-up-to-14-days-in-national-security-cases/
#HongKong #PolicePower
Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Hong Kong considers extending detention period of arrestees to up to 14 days in national security cases
Under Hong Kong's proposed new security law, known as Article 23, arrestees could be detained for up to 14 days before being charged.
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過去二十多年一直面對強烈民意反對，03 年試圖強行立法不成的基本法二十三條立法，在香港由治及興下，在立法會完全無反對聲音下光速通過，行政長官李家超隨即宣布，廿三條將於星期六、3 月 23 日刊憲生效。 政府在去年底放始放風，會在今年完成廿三條立法，當時普遍預料會趕在年中七一主權移交前完成立法程序，但結果到今年初政府突然極速推進立法程序，在 1 月 30 日公布「諮詢文件」，當時未有公布詳細刑罰，到 2 月 28 日為僅期一個月的「諮詢」結束，政府指超過 98％ 的意見支持。 到 3 月 8 日，條例草…
The controversial Article 23 legislation, previously faced strong opposition for over 20 years, was swiftly passed in Hong Kong's Legislative Council without any dissenting voices. The law will come into effect on Saturday, March 23. Critics express concern over the accelerated legislative process, with minimal consultation and detailed penalties revealed. The expedited passage of Article 23, which tightens national security, has drawn international attention, with media outlets like BBC, Bloomberg, CNN, and The New York Times highlighting the impact on Hong Kong's freedoms and its further alignment with China. Al Jazeera describes it as a "dark day" for Hong Kong's civil society, while Peninsula TV refers to the law as "draconian." #HongKong #Article23 #NationalSecurity
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// 被稱為「美國隊長2.0」的馬俊文因煽動他人分裂國家罪在2021年被判入獄5年9個月，後上訴得直改判刑5年，原定在周一（25日）出獄，但結果未有獲釋需繼續服刑，成為23條生效後首宗不獲減刑獲釋個案。懲教署回應傳媒時拒評個別個案，強調23條對釋囚的新規管適用於所有危害國家安全罪行的囚犯，即使是在23條生效前入獄。律政司司長林定國繼續解畫，強調23條無收窄市民批評的空間，政府鼓勵大家提供「好的意見」。 // 【23條立法｜「美國隊長2.0」疑不獲減刑成首例 林定國稱鼓勵市民給不同意見】 全文請到《追新聞》網站閱覽…
Ma Chun-man becomes the first individual impacted by Article 23 as he continues to serve his sentence despite eligibility for early release. This development raises concerns about the erosion of the rule of law in Hong Kong. The case highlights the far-reaching implications of the new law and its potential impact on civil liberties. #HongKong #Article23 #RuleOfLaw #MaChunman