Hong Kong Latest News: A new national security law was passed in Hong Kong on Tuesday (19 March 2024). This law has been brought against those who dissent against the government. The statement of the Legislative Speaker regarding the law has also come to light. The Speaker says the passage of the law is a historic moment in the history of Hong Kong.
provision of harsh punishment
The introduced law provides for harsh punishment for many types of things. In this, a law has been made for the most serious treason and rebellion. Under the new law, seditious publications and even minor crimes can lead to several years in prison. Not only this, there are some provisions in which permission has been granted to prosecute for any criminal act committed in any corner of the world.
The government brought the bill on March 8
The Hong Kong government brought the bill for the first time on March 8. At that time, speculations were being made that this bill would be easily passed. The bill has been passed. But during this period he also had to face many difficulties. According to the report, Hong Kong’s new bill will strengthen its hold on China. However, during this period there has also been talk of violation of human rights of citizens.
Why was this law brought?
People have a question as to why such a law had to be introduced in Hong Kong. Let us tell you that this is mentioned in Article 23 of the ‘Basic Law’, which is called the mini constitution of Hong Kong. According to Article 23, the Government of Hong Kong has the power to make laws on 7 crimes.
These range from treason, subversion against the Central People’s Government, separatist ideology, theft of state intelligence secrets, preventing foreign political organizations from conducting political activities on their territory, and prohibiting political organizations from establishing relations with foreign political organizations or bodies. Including banning from.
How can the law be misused?
Experts say that this law can also be misused to violate rights. This can be understood from the example that in 2021, a person had given the slogan of independence of Hong Kong. During this time, he was found guilty of hoisting the flag on a motorcycle and charges of terrorism and separatism. After which he was sentenced to rigorous punishment of about 9 years.
History of Hong Kong
You will be surprised to know that under an agreement in 1898, China leased Hong Kong to Britain for 99 years. This agreement expired in 1997. After which the Communist government of China once again took control of Hong Kong.
One country and 2 systems policy in Hong Kong
At present, a policy like one country and two systems is implemented in Hong Kong. Under this rule, economic and political systems function independently of Mainland China.