Hong Kong Cancels Passports of 12 Activists Based Overseas

The Hong Kong government described them as ‘lawless criminals’ and said they were engaging in activities that endangered national security.

A pedestrian looks at the police reward notices for the arrest warrants issued for eight pro-democracy activists living in the United States, Britain, Canada, and Australia for alleged national security offenses in Hong Kong, on July 14, 2023. Louise Delmotte, AP

Authorities in Hong Kong on Aug. 4 canceled the passports of 12 activists based overseas, 10 days after arrest warrants were issued, accusing them of subversion under a national security law.

On July 25, a total of 19 activists were accused of organizing, establishing, or taking part in a group called the “Hong Kong Parliament.”