08/03/2024 07:08 (UTC)

Hong Kong introduces new security bill proposing tougher jail terms

Hong Kong, Mar 8 (EFE/EPA).- The Hong Kong government introduced a national security draft bill in the Legislative Council on Friday, proposing life imprisonment for offenses like treason and insurrection, raising concerns about the erosion of freedoms in the Chinese-autonomous region.

The special session of the city’s parliament commenced with the publication of the extensive draft bill spread over some 212 pages, proposing harsher punishments for theft of state secrets, espionage, sabotage, and external interference. (Camera: LEUNG MAN HEI).

SHOT LIST: THE FIRST READING AND PRESENTATION OF THE FULL DRAFT OF ARTICLE 23 NATIONAL SECURITY LAWS AT THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL OF HONG KONG, IN HONG KONG.

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Date: 08/03/2024 07:05 (UTC)
Credit: EFE
Source: EPA
Topic: Politics
Type: Rough cut
Duration: 121 seconds
Reference: 7001343322
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