30/06/2020 11:38
Hong Kong security law: China passes controversial legislation
China has passed a controversial security law giving it new powers over Hong Kong, deepening fears for the city's freedoms, the BBC has learned.
Last month China stunned the city when it said it would criminalise any act of secession, subversion, terrorism or collusion with foreign forces.
The move came after angry protests last year - sparked by another law - which became a pro-democracy movement.
Critics say this new law poses an even greater threat to Hong Kong's identity.
They warn it will undermine Hong Kong's judicial independence and destroy the city's unique freedoms, not seen on mainland China.