On the 23rd, the 'Hong Kong National Security Law', directly enacted by the Chinese central government, is a law related to Hong Kong's autonomy, and there are many big and small stories about it from within.

The Hong Kong National Security Lawconsiders these four things as crimes: seizing state power, splitting the country, terrorist activities, and collusion with foreign forces, and is a law that can impose a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.

This law applies not only to Chinese people, but also to foreigners,including tourists, so cautionis required.

In addition, the Hong Kong police have been granted the authority to censor the internet based on the implementation rules of the sub-decree decided at the National Security Protection Committee meeting held in July 2022, so further caution is advised.

For this reason, the international community is raising issues related to Hong Kong's freedom and the safety of travelers in relation to this law.

So, what are the main contents of the Hong Kong National Security Law?

■ Main contents of the Hong Kong National Security Law

1. Prohibition of subversion of state power : All acts that subvert and overthrow the power of the government are prohibited.

2. Prohibition of separatism : All acts that try to separate China and Hong Kong, claiming that they have different parts, are prohibited.

3. Prohibition of terrorist acts : All terrorist acts that attempt to coerce the government by methods that threaten public safety are prohibited.

4. Prohibition of collusion with foreign forces : Activities against China or Hong Kong in collusion with foreigners or foreign forces within Hong Kong are prohibited.

■ Precautions that travelers should be aware of

The Hong Kong National Security Lawis a law that applies totourists traveling to Hong Kong, so you need to know it.

This law applies to everyone visiting Hong Kong, including foreigners, as well as people living in Hong Kong.

If you make politically sensitive statements or engage in activities, you may be treated more strictly, so if you are planning a trip to Hong Kong, you need to be aware of the following precautions.

1. Political speech and activism : It is best to be careful about critical statements or opinions and activities about the Chinese government or Hong Kong. Be particularly careful when sharing on social media.

2. Attention to documents and materials : It is also advisable to be careful about carrying materials or documents containing sensitive content such as politics. In particular, be careful even if you carry materials or documents containing content that violates the Hong Kong National Security Law.

3. Understanding local laws and regulations : It is best to be aware of local laws or regulations before visiting Hong Kong. You can refer to government announcements and news.

4. Caution when participating in rallies and demonstrations : While it is unlikely that you will participate in rallies or demonstrations, it is best to be careful about getting involved in such activities. It is difficult to freely express yourself within Hong Kong, so if you are in a place where rallies or demonstrations are taking place, it is recommended that you leave immediately.

5. Communications related : Caution is also needed in relation to personal communications shared with the general public, such as on social media. Even if they are encrypted messages and data, if they contain sensitive content, caution is required. It is also a good idea to adjust the sharing scope of social media before visiting Hong Kong.

■ Conclusion

The Hong Kong National Security Law is not only applicable to Chinese citizens or those residing in Hong Kong, but also totravelers, who can be subject to a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.

Therefore, if you are planning a trip to Hong Kong, be sure to familiarize yourself with this lawbefore you go.

Hong Kong has long been one of the most beautiful and recommended tourist destinations, where Western and Eastern cultures coexist.

However, with the implementation of the National Security Law, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with this law for a safe and enjoyable trip.

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