Hong Kong version of the National Security Law. Live broadcast | Zhang Xiaoming: The National Security Law is the second law formulated by the Central Government for Hong Kong

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Written by: Zheng Rongdi, Lin Jian, Zhou Lixi, Huang Fengyi

2020-07-01 09:55

Today is the 23rd anniversary of the return of July 1st. The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress voted to pass the "National Security Law of the Hong Kong District" yesterday. The State Council Information Office will hold a press conference at 10 o'clock this morning to introduce the relevant situation of the Law on the Maintenance of National Security of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Zhang Xiaoming, executive deputy director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office and Shen Chunyao, director of the Legal Work Committee of the NPC Standing Committee, will attend to respond to media questions.

"Hong Kong 01" live press conference content.

[10:16] Zhang Xiaoming, deputy director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, pointed out that there were two coincidences in the figures. He pointed out that Article 23 of the Basic Law has been waiting for 23 years, and now it is finally waiting for the promulgation and implementation of the National Security Law. It is both a historical accident and an inevitable development.

The four-point view is an important milestone in the cause of "one country, two systems". It is full of challenges and we have to constantly solve new problems. We have explained five times since the reunification and decided four times. However, this time the NPC’s decision is the most important measure taken by the Central Government to handle Hong Kong affairs. The law itself is the second law enacted by the Central Government for Hong Kong after the Basic Law. It reflects the general requirements for comprehensive preparation for the implementation of the "One Country, Two Systems" principle, and further legalizes the principle and bottom line of "One Country, Two Systems". The institutional barrier of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region to prevent and control national security has far-reaching effects on the stability of "one country, two systems."

[10:08] Shen Chunyao mentioned that it is necessary to advance from the national level to maintain the national security system. There are many ways to advance, including the National People's Congress making decisions, formulating, amending or interpreting laws, establishing national laws, and issuing instructions from the central government. Relevant departments, after careful consideration of the assessment, proceeded in a "decision to add legislation" approach.

Shen Chunyao pointed out that with the introduction of laws and regulations, everyone can see that the system of safeguarding national security is implemented with the promulgation of the laws. The important national security arrangements for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region are fully displayed and presented through the decision of the National People's Congress. There are 6 chapters in the law, including general rules, institutions, criminal behaviors, etc. He pointed out that this law is a comprehensive law that is substantive, procedural and organized. He mentioned that the law shows several points: 1. The fundamental responsibility of the central government to safeguard national security and Hong Kong’s constitutional responsibility; 2. The important rule of law that national security needs to follow; 3. The guidelines for national security agencies; 4. Prevention and punishment of harm Guoan's crime.

[10:02] Shen Chunyao, director of the Legal Work Committee of the National People’s Congress, said that the National Security Law was passed by the National People’s Congress, which fully represents the will of the people and reflects the wishes and wishes of the people of the country, including Hong Kong people. The SAR Government has completed the gazette and announced the implementation at 11 o'clock last night (30th). The formulation of the National Security Law is an important measure, key steps and important legislative tasks to implement the spirit of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 19th Central Committee of the Party and the spirit of the Third Session of the 13th National People's Congress. The promulgation and implementation of Chinese laws will effectively maintain national security, effectively prevent, stop, and punish crimes related to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region that endanger national security, and plug the system loopholes in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in maintaining national security.

Shen Chunyao pointed out that the implementation of this law is of great significance to improving the "one country, two systems" system, safeguarding national sovereignty and development interests, and ensuring Hong Kong's long-term stability and long-term prosperity and stability.

He mentioned that the decision of the Fourth Plenary Session in October last year clearly stated that upholding and perfecting the "one country, two systems" system, establishing and improving the enforcement mechanism of the special administrative region's legal system for safeguarding national security, strengthening law enforcement, and never tolerating any challenges "one country, two systems" "Bottom line behaviors; we will never tolerate any behavior that splits the country."

Shen Chunyao, director of the Legal Work Committee of the National People's Congress. (Profile picture)

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