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Does Hong Kong have different laws than China?
Hong Kong exists as a Special Administrative Region controlled by The People’s Republic of China and enjoys its own limited autonomy as defined by the Basic Law. The principle of “one country, two systems” allows for the coexistence of socialism and capitalism under “one country,” which is mainland China.
What are you if you are born in Hong Kong?
If we refer to Wikipedia: “Hong Kong people (Chinese: 香港人), also known as Hong Kongers or Hong Kongese, are people who originate from or live in Hong Kong”. The immigration department of Hong Kong states a Chinese citizen” is a person of Chinese nationality under the CNL (Peoples Republic of China).
Is life in Hong Kong Good?
In general, life in Hong Kong is fast paced, exciting, sometimes a little frustrating, but a great experience for all involved. It’s a truly safe city, with very little violent crime. Hong Kong is many things to many people. If you get the chance to experience the lifestyle for yourself, it’ll stay with you forever.
How has Hong Kong’s identity law changed the way we live?
The one thing many Hong Kongers do agree on however, is that in the year since the law was enacted, life has fundamentally changed. We spoke to seven of them to find out how. Names have been changed where indicated to protect identities.
What is the Hong Kong law and why is it controversial?
Beijing insists that the law is needed to bring stability to the city, but critics say it violates the “one country, two systems” principle under which the former British colony was handed back to China. The one thing many Hong Kongers do agree on however, is that in the year since the law was enacted, life has fundamentally changed.
Why does Hong Kong need a new security law?
Hong Kong was always meant to have a security law, but could never pass one because it was so unpopular. So this is about China stepping in to ensure the city has a legal framework to deal with what it sees as serious challenges to its authority.
What does the new Hong Kong law mean for foreigners?
The new law’s key provisions include that: Crimes of secession, subversion, terrorism and collusion with foreign forces are punishable by a maximum sentence of life in prison Beijing will establish a new security office in Hong Kong, with its own law enforcement personnel – neither of which would come under the local authority’s jurisdiction