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3.23全球反廿三集會 Stop Hong Kong Article 23 Demonstration #23條#廿三條#Article23

Currently in Downtown Toronto. #HongKongProtest#FreeHK#Article23

Hong Kong Security Bureau Chief Tang Ping-keung continues to accuse Ted Hui and Chris Patten, but fails to acknowledge that the proposed Article 23 legislation could further undermine freedom in Hong Kong. Despite concerns raised by critics, Tang maintains that the bill is aimed at safeguarding press freedom and freedom of speech. However, many remain skeptical about the potential implications of this legislation on Hong Kong's cherished values of liberty and autonomy. #Article23#PressFreedom#FreedomOfSpeech#TedHui

The recent arrests under Hong Kong's national security law serve as a reminder that no one is safe from the reach of Article 23. The apprehensions, including prominent activist Chow Hang-tung, instill fear and raise concerns about freedom of expression and the rule of law. The use of the law to target individuals and suppress dissent has a chilling effect on society. It underscores the need for continued vigilance in protecting fundamental rights and preserving the autonomy of Hong Kong. #Article23#NationalSecurityLaw#HongKong#FreedomOfExpression#RuleOfLaw https://hongkongfp.com/2024/05/28/breaking-6-arrested-under-hong-kongs-new-security-law/

#HongKongers express fear as govt considers expanding #HKPolice power under proposed #Article23 security law. Extended detention period without charge and restrictions on legal representation raise concerns about #individualrights and freedoms. https://hongkongfp.com/2024/03/07/hong-kong-considers-extending-detention-period-of-arrestees-to-up-to-14-days-in-national-security-cases/ #HongKong#PolicePower

#HongKong has updated #Article23, introducing 6 new offenses & declaring 6 sites occupied by #Beijing’s security office as "prohibited places". 1. #Beijing’s Direct Jurisdiction – Mainland China can take over "complex" cases. 2. Restricted Zones – Hotels and construction sites linked to Beijing’s security office now off-limits. 3. Severe Penalties – Disclosinginvestigations can lead to HK$500,000 fines and seven years in prison. 4. Expanded Surveillance – Authorities gain more power to monitor political activities. 5. Rushed Legislation – Passed in just one day, bypassing standard scrutiny. Chief Executive John Lee claims the law provides "legal certainty" against threats, but critics warn it further erodes Hong Kong’s judicial autonomy. #NationalSecurityLaw #香港 已更新《基本法》第#23條，新增六項罪行，並宣布六個由北京國安辦佔用的地點為「禁區」。 1. 北京直接管轄 – #中國 可接管「複雜」案件。 2. 禁區設立 – 酒店和工地被列為禁區，公眾不得進入。 3. 嚴厲懲罰 – 透露調查信息可被罰款50萬港元，最高判刑七年。 4. 監控擴大 – 當局獲得更多權力監視政治活動。 5. 倉促立法 – 僅用一天通過，繞過標準審查。 行政長官 #李家超 稱該法提供「法律確定性」以應對威脅，但批評者警告香港司法自主進一步受損。 #國安法#司法獨立

美國國會屬下的「美中經濟暨安全檢討委員會」（USCC）於周二（19日）向國會提交2024年報告，涵蓋中美經貿關係、台灣及香港等議題。報告指出，《基本法》23條的立法進一步為港府提供打壓異見的法律工具，香港的法治正受到威脅，法院隨23條的實施被武器化，甚至成為協助俄羅斯等國逃避制裁的中轉站。 #23條立法#USCC#中美角力#美國大選 On Tuesday (19th), the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission (USCC) submitted its 2024 report to Congress, addressing U.S.-China economic relations, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. The report mentions that the implementation of Article 23 of the Basic Law provides the Hong Kong government with legal tools to suppress dissent, threatening the rule of law. It also asserts that Hong Kong has become a transit point for aiding countries like Russia in evading sanctions. #Article23#USCC#USChinaTensions#USElections

Cross-border Crackdown: HKDC Director’s Father on Trial* Guo Xiansheng, father of Hong Kong Democracy Council executive director Guo Fong-yee, is on trial under Article 23 for allegedly attempting to handle his daughter’s insurance policy while she remains wanted by Hong Kong’s national security authorities. Critics say the Hong Kong government is adopting CCP-style tactics—weaponizing the law to treat citizens as hostages, punishing families for political dissent, and undermining basic freedoms. The trial opened at West Kowloon Magistrates’ Court, with international consular representatives present. The case raises urgent questions about cross-border repression and the erosion of legal safeguards. #Article23#HKDC#HumanRights 跨境鎮壓：郭鳳儀父親被控「企圖處理潛逃者財產」罪* 香港民主委員會執行總監郭鳳儀之父郭賢生，因處理女兒人壽保險單，被控違反《基本法》第23條。 外界批評港府正走向中共式打壓，利用法律手段將市民當作人質，懲罰家屬以達政治目的，嚴重侵害港人基本自由。 案件已於西九龍裁判法院開審，多國領事代表到場旁聽，引發對跨境政治打壓及法治倒退的強烈關注。 #香港#23條#郭鳳儀#跨境鎮壓#人權#政治審判#中共式打壓