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Hong Kong will create its own national security law "as soon as possible", city leader John Lee said Tuesday, adding insurrection and other crimes not covered by existing legislation imposed by Beijing four years ago.
HONG KONG: Hong Kong's leader confirmed on Tuesday (Jan 30) his intention to pass fresh national security laws soon, adding insurrection and other crimes not covered by existing legislation imposed by Beijing four years ago. Some business people, diplomats and academics are watching developments
The Hong Kong government wants to pass new laws this year, building on the law imposed by Beijing since 2020
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New offences covered under the proposed laws will include treason, insurrection and espionage.