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Hong Kong freedom of speech
The Latest Security Legislation in Hong Kong Betrays Beijing’s Insecurity
By Yaqiu Wang
Despite the presence of the “omnipotent” NSL, China felt the need to embed another layer of control in the territory.
Self-Censorship, Hong Kong’s Next Export
By Eric Wear
Hong Kong’s new national security law will incentivize self-censorship by creatives of all kinds – including those far beyond Hong Kong’s borders.
Hong Kong’s Article 23 Legislation Is Another Step Toward Authoritarian Rule
By Christopher Siu-tat Mung
The proposed bill would go even further than the National Security Law in restricting political freedoms and civil society.
Hong Kong’s Dismal December
By Benedict Rogers
The oppression of rights and political participation in Hong Kong marked new milestones at the end of 2023. The international community must hold Beijing to account at its upcoming UPR.
The Slow, Insidious Attack on Freedom of Religion in Hong Kong
By Benedict Rogers
As Hong Kong’s basic freedoms have been dismantled, freedom of religion or belief – perhaps the last liberty still just about standing – is under ever-increasing threat.
Pro-democracy Publisher Jimmy Lai Found Guilty on Fraud Charges
By Kanis Leung
Lai, former publisher of Hong Kong’s Apple Daily, has been targeted in a series of prosecutions apparently aimed at punishing him for his past activism.
Children’s Books Branded Seditious in Hong Kong
By Michael C. Davis
A recent court case drives home concerns about the overly broad use of Hong Kong’s resurrected sedition law.
Hong Kong Is Unrecognizable After 2 Years Under the National Security Law
By Angeli Datt
Five ways the law has deepened authoritarianism in the territory as conditions are set to worsen.
Hong Kong’s Civil Servants Under Siege
By Jessie Lau
A civil servant explains the growing pressures facing Hong Kong's bureaucrats.
Hong Kong’s National Security Law Creeps Into Education Sector
By Jessie Lau
Critics warn free discussion in schools is under attack amid new restrictions on teaching topics.
Inside Hong Kong’s Besieged Legislative Council, Democrats Refuse to Surrender
By Kevin Holden
Banned candidates. Arrested lawmakers. Cancelled elections. What remains of democracy in Hong Kong?
Beijing’s National Security Law Brings Mainland Repression to Hong Kong
By Michael C. Davis and Victoria Tin-bor Hui
The implications of the new law for Hong Kongers and the world.
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