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In addressing concerns about whether local residents in Hong Kong would violate the law under the Article 23 legislation of the Basic Law by keeping the secessionist tabloid Apple Daily “as memento” at home, local officials said it depends on whether the possessor has a reasonable explanation. The clarification served as a rebuttal to Western media hype targeting the law.

Beijing has been slow to address the visa and e-payment woes of foreign travellers, and some officials remain complacent about the exodus of foreign investment. Amid Article 23 jitters in Hong Kong, Beijing must address the multitude of concerns.

Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning says US ‘threw dirty water’ on Hong Kong’s proposed legislation while having many national security laws itself.

Security Bureau says 98.6 per cent of 13,147 submissions received over 30-day national security law consultation ‘supported or raised positive views’.

David Cameron earlier revealed British officials had raised their concerns over the bill ‘privately’ with city authorities.

Readers discuss how to help patients in long-term cancer management, concerns about Article 23 legislation, and why Hongkongers should cultivate a sense of gratitude.

Law Society of Hong Kong tables proposal, along with body representing senior media executives, on Article 23 legislation views, before its 30-day consultation ends on Wednesday.

Hong Kong Journalists Association calls for incorporation of public interest defence into home-grown national security legislation.

Nong Rong, who previously served as Chinese ambassador to Pakistan, has joined Xia on his seven-day fact-finding trip in the city.

Security minister acknowledges residents’ concerns in consultation over proposed offences of acts with seditious intention, theft of state secrets and foreign interference.