Violations of Fundamental Freedoms in Hong Kong

by name voted on 20.01.2022

Summary

The European Parliament condemns the erosion of democracy and human rights in Hong Kong due to the National Security Law and calls for EU-wide sanctions and diplomatic action.

9 20.01.2022

Other

justice

human rights

public administration

international relations

Key points

The European Parliament expresses deep concern over the dismantling of fundamental freedoms in Hong Kong, including freedom of speech and assembly.
The implementation of the National Security Law has led to widespread arrests of political representatives, activists, and journalists.
Media freedom is being severely restricted, evidenced by the forced closure of prominent independent news outlets.
Recent modifications to the electoral system have effectively removed political opposition from the democratic process.

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Total

Speeches

4 Speeches in total

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Contra

Nicola BEER

Renew

0:29 min

5. First voting session

Rainer WIELAND

PPE

0:19 min

12. Second voting session

Documents (PDFs)

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