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New Zealand and Australian Government issue advisory not to travel to Hong Kong | |
manicure User ID: 79119310 New Zealand 07/09/2020 12:32 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | [link to www.rnz.co.nz (secure)] The government's travel advisory is warning New Zealanders in Hong Kong they face an increased risk of arrest. Police officers control the demonstration in Hong Kong Island on July 1, 2020, on the 23rd anniversary of the former British colony's handover to China. Police officers control demonstrations in Hong Kong Island on July 1, 2020, after the passing of a controversial new security law. Photo: The Yomiuri Shimbun / AFP It follows the introduction of a national security law by Beijing that criminalises forms of political protest with penalties including life imprisonment. "This legislation could be interpreted broadly, leading to increased risk of arrest and prosecution on national security grounds for a wide range of activity, including protest activity," the SafeTravel website said. It coincides with the Australian government's advisory to its citizens in Hong Kong, warning them they may face "arbitrary detention" if they go there. |
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