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Theregister
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Hong Kong promises its latest social media law is not a ban

Hong Kong passed national security law Article 23 rapidly, with vague definitions and severe penalties.
The law targets acts like treason, secession, and theft of state secrets, aiming to safeguard national sovereignty. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Hong Kong passes a new security law that toughens punishment of dissent

Hong Kong lawmakers pass severe national security legislation with life imprisonment for insurrection.
Legislation linked to Article 23 of Hong Kong's Basic Law and fast-tracked for approval within two weeks. [ more ]
time.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

What to Know About Hong Kong's Controversial New National Security Law

The new security law in Hong Kong, Article 23, seeks to expand and update laws concerning state security.
Efforts to pass the legislation are being resumed and expected to pass with the government ensuring only 'patriots' are lawmakers. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

Hong Kong's article 23: what is the new national security law and what will it mean for human rights?

Hong Kong's government has announced a public consultation period for a new national security law called Article 23.
The law aims to strengthen legal mechanisms in response to foreign agents and advocates of Hong Kong independence. [ more ]
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