In March, 2021, Beijing passed legislation to ensure “patriots” govern Hong Kong. The move reduced democratic representation in the legislature, tightened control of elections and introduced a pro-Beijing vetting panel to select candidates. The Hong Kong government said the overhaul would ensure the city’s stability and prosperity. But the changes also prompted international condemnation, as it makes it near-impossible for pro-democracy candidates to stand.
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UN committee urges Hong Kong to scrap security law, gov’t slams ‘unsubstantiated’ criticism
A UN Human Rights Committee expert called Hong Kong’s Beijing-imposed national security law “incompatible” with an international covenant that aims to protect rights and freedoms.
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