Hong Kong new security law sends jitters through city’s feisty press
One provision of the national security law orders authorities to “strengthen the management” of foreign news organisations.
One provision of the national security law orders authorities to “strengthen the management” of foreign news organisations.
Officials insisted there had been wide consultation with members of Hong Kong society and hit back at criticism it was undermining Hong Kong's autonomy.
China will have jurisdiction over "serious" cases and its security agencies will also be able to operate publicly in the city for the first time, unbound by local laws as they carry out their duties.
The law is expected to come into effect on July 1, the 23rd anniversary of the city's handover to China from British rule
China is moving forward on a security law that would enforce punishment over subversion and other perceived offenses in Hong Kong, which saw massive and occasionally destructive pro-democracy protests last year.
Sunday afternoon's march will follow a well-worn route on the main island from Victoria Park to the heart of the commercial district.
Last month, Chris Tang was promoted to police commissioner is expected to be in charge of operations on Sunday.
Earlier on Monday, Lam described the HKHRDA as clear interference by Washington in Hong Kong's internal affairs, echoing the stance of Beijing.
Late on Saturday, police fired three rounds of tear gas for the first time since the elections, after protesters blocked roads in the Mong Kok neighbourhood.
China's mission further said to Bachelet's article that "will only embolden the rioters to conduct more severe radical violence."
