China News Service, Hong Kong, December 31. The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government’s Secretary of Justice, Zheng Ruohua, published a blog on the 31st, stating that the freedom of information flow enjoyed by law has always been respected in Hong Kong, and the allegations against Hong Kong’s enforcement of national security laws are entirely motivated. Ignorance, or ulterior motives.

　　Zheng Ruohua wrote in his blog: The arrest of the Hong Kong police in a recent case immediately attracted unfounded criticism from some overseas politicians and institutions.

It is shocking that some people even publicly demanded that the arrested be released immediately.

These requirements not only completely lack respect for the rule of law, but also flagrantly violate the basic principles of international law and non-interference in internal affairs.

As the legal proceedings of the relevant case have already started, no one should comment any more.

Hong Kong’s legal system ensures that justice is properly enforced and due process is followed.

　　Zheng Ruohua continued that the Hong Kong Basic Law and the Hong Kong Bill of Rights (which give effect to the provisions of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights applicable to Hong Kong) protect freedom of speech, publication and press; and Article 4 of the Hong Kong National Security Law also stipulates that, To maintain national security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, such rights and freedoms shall be protected in accordance with the law.

However, freedom of speech and press is not absolute, and the exercise of these rights is restricted by laws and regulations that must be made to achieve reasonable ends, such as the protection of national security or public order.

According to Article 2 of the Hong Kong National Security Law, safeguarding national security and protecting the constitutional order of "one country, two systems" are of fundamental importance.

This is also a principle established by the Hong Kong courts a long time ago.

　　She wrote: Many people often forget that rights are accompanied by obligations.

Freedom of speech is no exception.

In fact, Article 16(3) of the Hong Kong Bill of Rights expressly stipulates that the exercise of the right to freedom of expression is accompanied by special responsibilities and obligations.

The concept of "responsible journalism" has been clearly established in international jurisprudence concerning human rights. The court has repeatedly emphasized that journalists, like everyone else, are obliged to abide by all laws, including criminal laws.

Journalists must act in good faith in accordance with the principle of "responsible journalism", be based on accurate facts, and provide accurate and reliable information in order to be protected for their rights to freedom of speech and press.

Newspaper publishers and editors must also comply with special responsibilities and obligations in news activities.

　　Zheng Ruohua pointed out that it can be seen that there is a very clear boundary between legitimate news activities that are protected and dangerous national security crimes that should be prevented, stopped, and punished.

As long as you analyze things objectively, you will not be confused.

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