The Stunning Scope of Hong Kong's New "National Security Law"

The Stunning Scope of Hong Kong's New "National Security Law"

Top of Mind with Julie Rose

Hong Kong, Tasting History, Climate & Politics

Episode: Hong Kong, Tasting History, Climate & Politics

  • Jul 6, 2020 8:00 pm
  • 20:33 mins

Guest: Alvin Y.H. Cheung, Non-Resident Affiliate, US-Asia Law Institute, New York University Democracy in Hong Kong has been dealt a blow in the last week. China implemented a sweeping national security law that threatens life in prison for people who protest against or criticize the government. Popular protest chants such as “liberate Hong Kong” could now land a person in jail.