Hong Kong government enters deliberations on ``National Security Ordinance'' pro-China factions monopolize seats; likely to be passed quickly. The proposed ordinance prohibits acts such as theft of "state secrets," espionage, incitement to rebellion, and interference by foreign forces as acts that threaten national security.
Some have voiced concerns about its impact on business and freedom of the press, with the definition of ''state secrets'' being too broad and ambiguous. When the Hong Kong government aimed to enact a similar ordinance in 2003, it was forced to withdraw it due to strong public opposition.