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<p>Hong Kong is required to ensure national security legislation complies with international
standards and upholds rights and freedoms, as set out in the Joint Declaration, the
Basic Law, and international law. Hong Kong's reputation as an international city
was founded on respect for the rule of law, the independence of its institutions,
its high degree of autonomy, and protection of the rights and freedoms afforded to
all people living and working there. The Safeguarding National Security Ordinance,
rushed through the legislative process despite its significance, will have far-reaching
implications for all of these areas. That is why the Foreign Secretary on 19 March
urged the Hong Kong authorities to respect rights and freedoms and act in accordance
with its international commitments and legal obligations. We continue to analyse the
extent of the impact this will have on British nationals and businesses in Hong Kong,
and have updated our Travel Advice and Overseas Business Risk accordingly.</p>
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