Hong Kong Cancels Passports of Six Exiled Activists Under New Security Law
Authorities target pro-democracy figures in the UK, imposing travel and financial restrictions as part of a broader crackdown.
- The six activists, including Nathan Law and Finn Lau, are accused of endangering national security.
- The new measures prohibit financial support, business dealings, and property leases involving the activists.
- Hong Kong's Security Bureau emphasizes these actions are necessary to combat external collusion and protect national security.
- Critics argue the new laws are a form of transnational repression and undermine freedoms.
- The affected activists claim the passport cancellations are largely symbolic, as many hold other travel documents.