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Apple Daily: Statement by Professors in Hong Kong Calls Article 23 a “Tremendously Fearful” Threat to Freedom of Press (Photo)
2002-12-09
Full-time professors from the School of Journalism and Communication at the Chinese University of Hong Kong published a joint statement pointing out that the proposed Article 23 is a “tremendously fearful” threat to freedom of the press -
AFP (Agence France-Press): Hong Kong Democrat labels anti-subversion law "evil"
2002-12-08'Martin Lee, Hong Kong's most prominent opposition politician, on Thursday branded proposed anti-subversion legislation "evil" and said he would oppose it with all the means at his disposal...A number of foreign governments, including the United States and the United Kingdom, Hong Kong's former colonial power, have also voiced concern.' -
AFP (Agence France-Press): Human rights warning over Hong Kong anti-subversion laws
2002-12-08'"There is no question that this proposed legislation threatens individual liberties in a profound and sustained way," D'Souza, who is visiting the territory, told reporters. "That cannot but have a highly detrimental effect on Hong Kong as a society."' -
Introducing Falun Dafa in Monaco --- Part 1
2002-12-07
When the head of the 610 office lead a delegation in Monaco, Dafa practitioners used this great opportunity to peacefully appeal to the people, officials and media of Monaco and tell them about the horrific persecution being carried out by the tyrant Jiang Zemin against innocent Dafa practitioners. -
France: Radio Station Broadcast - Philadelphia Mayor sent Welcome Letter to Falun Gong Practitioners at 2002 Eastern US Experience Sharing Conference
2002-12-07 -
UK Parliament Debate Article 23 – Two Chairmen Express Concern
2002-12-07Parliament HK Committee Chairman: HK government “must demonstrate” that “they would not be forced to ban organisations that were banned in the mainland.” Chairman of the Parliament all-party group on China “The House has continuing responsibilities in relation to Hong Kong under the terms of the joint declaration.” -
EFIC Press release (supplement): Persecution of Relatives or Friends of European Residents
2002-12-07 -
The British Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong Expresses Concern Over Article 23
2002-12-07"If the Government's aspiration to become Asia's World City is to be fulfilled then it must ensure that the rights and freedoms (as outlined in the Joint Declaration and the Basic Law) are protected, the rule of law remains intact, and the "one country two systems" principle is upheld." -
BBC: HK banks worried by subversion bill
2002-12-07'Several foreign banks in Hong Kong are deliberating whether to scale down their presence in the territory if its government enacts proposed new treason laws.' -
MEP's Question to the European Commission
2002-12-06'What approaches will be adopted by the European Commission to prevent the Hong Kong government from legislating on the Article 23 of the Basic Law?' -
Jiang Regime's Persecution Against European Citizens (Part 18) - British residents detained in China
2002-12-06Police broke into their hotel room, searched them and their personal belongings and then arrested the couple without a warrant...police kicked Ms. Mo and her husband's legs and also hit her husband's head. No food was given to them from 11am to 11pm. -
UK Foreign Secretary: "any new legislation [in HK] must be compatible with these rights and freedoms"
2002-12-06"As Foreign Office Minister Bill Rammell said yesterday, the UK has a responsibility to ensure that rights and freedoms enshrined in the Joint Declaration are maintained - and that any new legislation must be compatible with these rights and freedoms and with maintaining Hong Kong's autonomy." -
A Statement by the British Consulate General on the Hong Kong Government’s Proposals to Implement Article 23
2002-12-06"We are closely following the debate on the SAR Government’s proposals for legislation to fulfil their obligations under Article 23 of the Basic Law. As a co-signatory to the Sino-British Joint Declaration on Hong Kong we have a responsibility to ensure that the rights and freedoms enshrined in the Joint Declaration are maintained." -
AFP (Agence France-Press): Japanese husband worried about health of jailed Falun Gong wife
2002-12-06"Kaneko, who is not a Falun Gong follower, said he visited her in August and was shocked to find bruises on her inner forearms. "Her bruises were black and they were obviously caused by internal bleeding, " he said, adding: "She was extremely skinny and appeared to have no energy, although she used to be a very perky person."" -
BBC: Unlikely allies against HK subversion bill
2002-12-06"The recently-appointed Catholic Bishop for Hong Kong, Joseph Zen, has said the regulations currently being drawn up threaten Falun Gong's freedom to practise in the territory."
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