Hong Kong Proposes Granting City Leader Authority Over National Security Offenses

Hong Kong is considering a new legislative proposal. The plan involves the city leader's decision-making power. It concerns the definition of national security offenses. This authority would rest with the city leadership. The proposal was reported by 朝日新聞. It marks a shift in how security offenses are identified. The decision-making process would be centralized. This development impacts the city's legal framework.