Hong Kong slams Washington Post commentary on national security law changes (opens original article in a new tab)

Hong Kong authorities rejected The Washington Post's criticism of national security law changes, stating the amendments clarify legal procedures and protect defendants' rights.

• Hong Kong authorities criticized The Washington Post for 'groundless allegations' about national security law amendments.
• The government stated that new regulations aim to clarify 'other offences endangering national security' and ensure legal certainty.
• The Procedural Matters Regulation allows the chief executive to classify cases as national security offences without infringing defendants' rights.