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[Hong Kong version of the National Security Law] Hong Kong has gone to the present day and the politicians and the government are duty-bound

2020-07-02T21:30:19.675Z


On Tuesday (June 30), the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress passed the National Security Act of the Minato City by unanimous vote, which was gazetted in Hong Kong at 11 pm on the same day. The newly established "Minato City National Security Law" has six chapters and sixty-six articles.


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2020-07-01 17:41

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On Tuesday (June 30), the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress passed the National Security Act of the Minato City by unanimous vote, which was gazetted in Hong Kong at 11 pm on the same day. The newly established "Minato City National Security Law" has six chapters and sixty-six articles, which are more "spicy" than the 23 revised draft of the 2003 Basic Law and what the outside world expected. This undoubtedly reflects that the central government's trust in Hong Kong is now close to "bankruptcy", and it is also a huge shock to Hong Kong. In any case, although the legislation of the "National Security Act of the Hong Kong District" is reasonable, it is by no means a "good and good" for Hong Kong. It is the result of the incompetence and lack of commitment of local political circles. All circles should calm down and reflect on Hong Kong's future.

The National Security Law of the Port Area has long-term reasons such as the contradiction between China and Hong Kong and the lack of legislation in Article 23 of the Basic Law, but it is undeniably also deeply related to the chaotic phenomenon of the anti-amendment law last year. This social movement that evolved into a struggle against the central government during its operation, in exchange for the results of the central government’s proactive legislation to plug the loopholes in Hong Kong’s national security, also proves once again that the so-called “outlet” of Hong Kong independence and brave factions is actually a dead end, but it will lead to The central authorities are fighting harder.

The central government broke the illusion of "Hong Kong independence" with a heavy code

Just before the "National Security Act of the Minato City" was passed on Tuesday, Chen Yun, who claimed to be a "true Hong Kong independence" and social movement "national division", set a clear line with Hong Kong independence. The Hong Kong organization announced its dissolution, and even the conveners of Hong Kong independence organizations confessed that they had left Hong Kong. These advocacy advocates have repeatedly challenged the political red line, but when the central government pressed down with the "Minato District National Security Law," their response showed that they were not unclear about the political reality. This legislation undoubtedly poured a lot of cold water on the fantasies of Hong Kong independence advocates.

Pan-popular politicians and their support for "harmony" are not without responsibilities. On the road of social movement towards Hong Kong independence and confrontation with the central government, pan-political politicians and "harmony and justice" are not discouraged, but instead acquiesce in what they do in a so-called "unity and courage. Even though this kind of silence echoes out of good intentions, the objective effect is to watch the violent demonstrations out of control and even move towards Hong Kong independence. Facing the wrong direction of social movement, the "no big platform" strategy touted by pan-popular supporters also made them lack space to sit down and negotiate rationally.

Pan-population, organizational system and government ruin autonomy

Of course, social movements and politicians are often emotionally oriented. The greater responsibility for Hong Kong’s lack of good governance lies in the failure of the SAR government’s governance and lack of political wisdom to resolve the crisis. This is the reason for the Central Government’s enactment of the “Minato City Security Act”. In drafting the Basic Law, the central government gave the Hong Kong government the freedom and space to legislate on Article 23. If the Hong Kong government has the political courage and wisdom to legislate for Article 23, there is no need for the National People's Congress to take action. The government cannot only deal with 23 articles, nor can it promote fairness and justice in economic policies. The long-term disparity between the rich and the poor has contributed to popular grievances and political impetus, and it has finally been distorted into hatred of the mainland. The NPC’s authorization of the NPC Standing Committee to make legislation is precisely a reflection of the government’s inability to self-government, and it can only help with the help of the central government. The government not only harms the interests of Hong Kong people, but also traps injustice in the central government. Needless to say, the current "one country, two systems" is facing challenges, and whether it will be stable in the future will depend on whether the Hong Kong government can cheer up and do its part.

The formed faction, as the government’s governing ally, has always had the ability and opportunity to change the situation, and it must also be responsible for Hong Kong’s situation today. The establishment faction has been in the majority in the Legislative Council for many years, and there are many opportunities to encourage the government to do more for social fairness and justice in Hong Kong in all aspects of housing, welfare, and labor policies. However, the establishment faction used to be mediocre and willing to become the "royal party" or escort for the "real estate hegemony". In disguise, Hong Kong people became more resentful and resentful of the establishment, the government and its associated central authorities, which eventually led to chaos.

A strict "Minato-guchi National Security Law" was drafted by the central government and implemented in Hong Kong. I believe it is a situation that all parties do not want to see. But now that it is a reality, people with different political positions should also take this opportunity to reflect on how Hong Kong should continue in the future.

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