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Democracy and National Security Law

Explained: The controversial national security law

On June 30, China passed a controversial national security for Hong Kong that lends Beijing sweeping new powers over the semi-autonomous city.

Key developments

Pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong (R) leaves Lai Chi Kok Reception centre in Hong Kong on December 18, 2020, on his way to court to face charges of knowingly taking part in an unauthorised assembly on October 5, 2019 during a protest against a mask ban. (Photo by ISAAC LAWRENCE / AFP) (Photo by ISAAC LAWRENCE/AFP via Getty Images)

Joshua Wong and other activists jailed over Tiananmen rally

HONG KONG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 01: Free HK graffiti is seen as a plane takes off from Hong Kong International Airport on September 1, 2019 in Hong Kong, China. Pro-democracy protesters have continued rallies on the streets of Hong Kong against a controversial extradition bill since 9 June as the city plunged into crisis after waves of demonstrations and several violent clashes. Hong Kong's Chief Executive Carrie Lam apologized for introducing the bill and declared it

Hong Kong passes new immigration law that could enable China-style exit bans

HONG KONG, CHINA - NOVEMBER 12: Pro-Beijing supporters gather outside of the Legislative Council on November 12, 2020 in Hong Kong, China. Nineteen pro-democracy lawmakers resigned en masse, according to published reports, after four colleagues were disqualified from serving when China passed a resolution barring from office anyone who supports Hong Kong's independence, or refuses to acknowledge China's sovereignty over the city. (Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images)

Beijing passes new ‘patriot’ election law that restricts opposition

Hong Kong introduces sweeping national security rules for schools

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Hong Kong's second top official, Matthew Cheung, speaks with CNN's Ivan Watson about a controversial national security law proposed by Beijing.

Hong Kong official: 99.99 percent won’t be affected by new law

Hong Kong media tycoon and founder of Apple Daily newspaper Jimmy Lai (C) arrives at the West Kowloon Magistrates Court for charges related to last year's protests in Hong Kong on May 18, 2020. - Some of Hong Kong's most prominent pro-democracy activists were charged on May 18 for taking part in last year's huge protests, hours after clashes erupted in the legislature as the city lurches back into a political crisis. (Photo by Anthony WALLACE / AFP) (Photo by ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP via Getty Images)

Media mogul: Only Trump can save Hong Kong

Nathan Law: ‘Hong Kong does not enjoy rule of law’

Hong Kong protests: In-depth coverage of the 2019 political unrest

Covid-19 in Hong Kong

How a 30,000-member Facebook group is helping Hong Kong navigate one of the world’s longest quarantines

I thought ‘flights to nowhere’ were silly. Then I went on one

I quarantined in Beijing, Tokyo and Hong Kong. Here’s what I learned

What it’s like to travel from the US to Hong Kong right now

This holiday park is one of several facilities being used as coronavirus quarantine centers in Hong Kong

Inside a Hong Kong isolation center

More on Hong Kong

Why Hong Kong is a trail runner’s paradise

Beyond the urban jungle there’s a greener side to Hong Kong, with miles of mountainous routes within easy reach of the city.

Framed by Hong Kong's new symbol, the Bauhinia flower, workers set up viewing platforms for the British Farewell Ceremony 21 June. Dragons, dancers and drummers are among the more than 2,000 cast members taking part in the ceremony June 30, which will include an address by His royal Highness The Prince of Wales. AFP PHOTO/Stephen SHAVER (Photo credit should read STEPHEN SHAVER/AFP/Getty Images)

Hong Kong: How a ‘barren rock’ became an Asian powerhouse

The Hong Kong Crown Colony was founded on January 26, 1841, when Britain’s Union Flag was raised over Possession Point, a then unremarkable headland in southern China.

Bobsy Gaia, owner of Hong Kong's Mana restauarant.

The Hong Kong restaurateur turning food waste into soil

Nearly a third of the trash dumped in Hong Kong’s landfills is food waste. Bobsy Gaia, who owns two wholefood restaurants in the city, is working to reduce that waste by composting food scraps and old packaging into soil that can be used for gardening.

Hong Kong’s wildest dining experience

It’s 8 p.m. in a rather dull multi-story government building and wet market center in North Point, Hong Kong.

Why Hong Kong is a preferred spot for North Korea’s money launderers

Easey Commercial Building is an unassuming mid-rise office tower on Hennessy Road, an artery that runs through Hong Kong’s busy Wan Chai district. The structure sits among scenery that’s classic Hong Kong: bright lights, tall buildings, people rushing about.