Since its enactment on June 30th, 2020, the Beijing-imposed National Security Law (NSL) has had a far-reaching effect on Hong Kong politics, media, and society. The enforcement of the NSL has resulted in the arrest and trial of 47 Hong Kong democrats; the closure of Apple Daily, Stand News, and other media outlets; the implementation of “patriotic education” in schools; sweeping new powers for police; and an overall lack of public protests and demonstrations that were once common in the city.
Meanwhile, the government and their supporters have said that the NSL has restored law and order in Hong Kong. The “black-clad violence” that pro-establishment figures condemned during the 2019 unrest has disappeared from daily life. Additionally, proponents of the NSL have pointed out that all governments have their own legislation covering national security and Hong Kong should be no different from the rest of the world.
This panel featuring John Burns, Albert Chen, Emily Lau, and Ronny Tong will discuss the NSL and its effect on Hong Kong over the past three years. Moderated by FCC President Lee Williamson.
27 авг 2024