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Hong Kong tables controversial Article 23 legislation

todayMarch 8, 2024 27

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Days after Beijing asked Hong Kong to swiftly enact home-grown security laws, the city’s legislative council has tabled a draft bill for discussion. Lawmakers say there’s an ‘urgent need’ to pass the law and safeguard national security. Article 23 is separate from a security law imposed by Beijing which came into effect in 2020 following months of pro-democracy protests. Neha Poonia has more.

 

Written by: Leonard Witbeen

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