Representatives of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region expressed at the United Nations Human Rights Council that Hong Kong's National Security Law has made Hong Kong stable and long-term

　　China News Service, Geneva, September 15. The 45th session of the UN Human Rights Council is being held in Geneva.

On the 15th, Zhang Jianzong, the deputy head of the Chinese delegation to the 45th session and the Chief Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, delivered a video speech at the Human Rights Council.

　　Zhang Jianzong said that Hong Kong is an inseparable part of China.

The "Law of the People's Republic of China on the Maintenance of National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China" was formulated to respond to the growing national security threats in Hong Kong.

We need to take effective measures to restore security and stability in Hong Kong.

The Hong Kong National Security Law has strengthened the "one country, two systems" framework, allowing Hong Kong to maintain stability and achieve long-term development.

　　Zhang Jianzong said that most countries in the world have national security laws.

It is unbelievable that some countries have questioned Hong Kong's national security law.

The international community should not adopt double standards.

Hong Kong’s national security law has brought significant effects in restoring Hong Kong’s stability. The advocacy of "Hong Kong independence" and collusion with external forces have been significantly reduced. Violent acts and flagrant violations of law and order have been greatly reduced.

　　Zhang Jianzong said that the Hong Kong National Security Law is essential to safeguarding our country's sovereignty, security and development interests.

The Hong Kong National Security Law Society protects Hong Kong’s core values, including rights and freedoms, the rule of law, and judicial independence. The legal rights and freedoms of citizens will be protected and respected. The basic rights and basic rights under the Hong Kong Basic Law and relevant international conventions applicable to Hong Kong Freedom is not affected.

As a very dynamic and open international financial and commercial center, Hong Kong is bound to continue to move forward with a prosperous and stable future.

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