Hong Kong Court Orders Ban on 'Glory to Hong Kong' Protest Song
The controversial anthem's ban aims to align with national security laws, sparking debate over freedom and legal boundaries.
- Hong Kong's Court of Appeal has enforced a ban on the protest song 'Glory to Hong Kong', citing national security concerns.
- Justice Minister Paul Lam urges Google to comply with the ban, highlighting the song's role in anti-government protests.
- The injunction restricts the song's use to prevent its misidentification as the national anthem and to curb seditious acts.
- Legal experts and commentators debate the ban's implications for free speech and its effectiveness in curbing dissent.
- The decision has drawn international attention, questioning the independence of Hong Kong's judiciary amid political pressures.