What you need to know about Hong Kong's new national security law

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China passed a sweeping national security law for Hong Kong that has sparked protest, fear and controversy in the semi-autonomous city. It has unfolded at breakneck speed. Here's what you need to know about the bill -- and what it means for the city.

On June 30, China has passed a sweeping national security law for Hong Kong that has sparked protest, fear and controversy in the semi-autonomous city.

Critics say the law, which in some cases could overide Hong Kong's own legal processes, marks an erosion of the city's precious civil and political freedoms; the Chinese and local governments argue it's necessary to curb unrest and uphold mainland sovereignty.Everything has unfolded at breakneck speed. Beijing only introduced the proposal a month ago, and the law is expected to go into effect immediately, according to Chinese state media.

Trump blasts China over Hong Kong national security law 01:32CNN's James Griffiths and Helen Regan contributed to this report.

 

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They've been learning from Trump..

CNN promotes war against China !

China is bringing about its own end. It almost ended after Tianamen. It won’t survive Hong Kong

Who cares!

The majority of the Chinese population is for NSL.

What will the US do when someone divide your country? Especially colluding with the foreign power?

The opposition party should have opposed this law! Oh, yeah I forgot.

The law passed without local legislation, no publication of the details until now, no autonomy. standwithhongkong

It means law and order like what Trump is saying all the time!

Imagine what China will become with a weak Liberal President

Protests causing covid spikes

i wouldn't rely on CNN they work for VACHINA

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