‘Groundless allegations’: Hong Kong rebukes Washington Post over national security editorial updates (opens original article in a new tab)

Hong Kong authorities strongly criticize The Washington Post for its editorial on national security amendments, calling the allegations 'groundless' and emphasizing the legislation's purpose to clarify existing laws without creating new offenses.

• Hong Kong government condemns The Washington Post for 'groundless allegations' in editorial about national security amendments
• New legislation allows chief executive to certify criminal cases as national security offences, effective Tuesday
• LegCo supports government's stance, stating regulation complies with all requirements and safeguards national security
• Washington Post editorial claims new laws will chill foreign investment and harm Hong Kongers