Hong Kong: Has the National Security Law completely crushed pro-democracy dissent? | DW News July 1, 2025 Geraldine World News </p> <h2>Hong Kong: Has the National Security Law completely crushed pro-democracy dissent? </h2> <p> Citizens of Hong Kong used to rally for democracy every July 1. The so-called National Security Law has kept the streets quiet for the last five years. Over 350 pro-democracy activists and political figures, accused of subversion and encouraging secession were arrested under the law. The city enjoyed substantial autonomy from Beijing before the law was implemented. </p> <p>Credit DW News</p> <p> Please support our Sponsors here :
