[Commentary] On the morning of June 30, the 20th meeting of the Standing Committee of the 13th National People's Congress voted to pass the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Maintenance of National Security. On the afternoon of the same day, 41 members of the Hong Kong establishment faction issued a joint statement that Hong Kong’s National Security Protection Act blocked the loopholes in Hong Kong’s national security, which was an important guarantee for social stability and prosperity and that the citizens live and work in peace. Adoption and implementation.
[Same period] Li Huiqiong, Chairman of the Hong Kong Democratic Alliance for Betterment
We believe that it is necessary to formulate and implement Hong Kong's national security laws to stop riots and chaos, restore peace to Hong Kong society, and prevent young people from becoming political victims. More importantly, the relevant legislation can establish an effective system for safeguarding national unity, security and interests in Hong Kong, fundamentally eliminate the sources of turmoil and ensure the stability of "one country, two systems".
[Commentary] Ye Liushuyi, a member of the Hong Kong Executive Council and chairman of the New Democratic Party, said he believed that the Law on the Safeguarding of National Security in Hong Kong would strike a balance between protecting national security and safeguarding human rights.
[Same period] Ye Liu Shuyi, member of the Hong Kong Executive Council and chairman of the New Democratic Party
The events of the past year have made many people in Hong Kong feel deeply that we need to restore order and the rule of law as soon as possible. We have seen that since the end of May, when the People's Congress began to disclose the details of the draft law on the maintenance of national security in Hong Kong, there has been a certain deterrent effect. Many people have indicated that they no longer support Hong Kong independence and have also withdrawn from some local separation organizations. This is a good thing. I also believe that this new law will try to take into account the concerns of Hong Kong people and try to strike a balance between protecting national security and safeguarding human rights and freedoms. Therefore, I welcome the passage of this ordinance and it will take effect as soon as possible.
【Commentary】Mei Meijuan, a member of the Legislative Council of the Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions, said in a social survey conducted by the Federation of Trade Unions in June, 80% of the citizens believed that Hong Kong's national security law would help Hong Kong's social stability, economic recovery, and employment prospects. . She hoped that the SAR Government would announce the implementation of Hong Kong’s law for safeguarding national security as soon as possible, and also make all kinds of cooperation and supporting arrangements to ensure the effective implementation of this law after legislation.
[Commentary] Lin Jianfeng, vice chairman of the Hong Kong Economic and Democratic Alliance, said that Hong Kong’s law on safeguarding national security is supported by most people in the business sector. It is hoped that after the legislation, Hong Kong will refocus on economic development, prevent foreign forces from interfering and maintain Hong Kong’s long-term competitiveness. In response to the U.S. Department of Commerce’s announcement to withdraw Hong Kong’s special status, Lin Jianfeng emphasized that national security is more important than anything else.
Reporter Chen Anyi from Hong Kong
Responsible editor: [Luo Pan]