Hong Kong bans financial support for 16 overseas activists and cancels passports
Summary
Hong Kong has tightened its actions against 16 overseas activists, banning financial support for them and canceling the passports of most. These activists face allegations related to national security concerns, including inciting hatred against Beijing and Hong Kong. The actions are part of measures under Hong Kong's national security law.Key Facts
- Hong Kong banned financial support for 16 overseas activists.
- The measures include canceling the passports of 12 activists holding Hong Kong passports.
- The activists were part of a group targeted with arrest warrants for national security violations.
- These individuals were accused of trying to incite hatred against Beijing and Hong Kong.
- The measures are based on Hong Kong's national security law imposed in 2020.
- Activists are located in countries like the U.K., U.S., Canada, and others.
- Violating the orders can lead to a prison sentence of up to seven years.
- The actions have drawn criticism from countries such as the U.S., U.K., and the European Union.
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