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In this year’s index from Reporters Without Borders, Hong Kong’s once high rank in press freedom dropped 70 spots, placing them now in 148th place.
According to the Press Freedom Group, Hong Kong’s descent was due to the combination of implemented national security laws in 2020 and the revival of the 1930s’ anti-sedition laws in mainland China.
Since 2020, some journalists and press organizations have suffered significant setbacks, while others have flourished. This results from a “broadly-worded law” that “punishes activities deemed subversion, terrorism, collusion with foreign forces and secession with up to life in prison.” While some journalists are then detained and faced with legal punishments, others remain free to navigate the dicey environment.
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