Hongkongers Fear Human Rights Violations, Torture Under Beijing’s National Security Law

Hongkongers Fear Human Rights Violations, Torture Under Beijing’s National Security Law
Protesters hold a banner as they march on a street during a rally in Central district in Hong Kong on June 9, 2020. Anthony Kwan/Getty Images
Frank Fang
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Beijing’s proposed national security law for Hong Kong has sparked jitters across the Chinese-ruled city.

After a Chinese human rights lawyer revealed in a media interview how he was tortured while in detention in mainland China, Hong Kong activists and lawyers are worried that Hongkongers could face similar treatment if they’re found guilty of violating the national security law.

Frank Fang
Frank Fang
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Frank Fang is a Taiwan-based journalist. He covers U.S., China, and Taiwan news. He holds a master's degree in materials science from Tsinghua University in Taiwan.
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