Beijing’s national security chief in Hong Kong warns of ‘danger’ even in times of peace

Beijing’s national security chief in Hong Kong has called for vigilance against “danger and chaos” lurking even in times of peace and stability, while pledging to work with the local government to crack down on such threats.

The remarks by Dong Jingwei, the head of Beijing’s Office for Safeguarding National Security in Hong Kong, were delivered after a flag-raising ceremony on Monday morning to mark the fifth anniversary of the implementation of the national security law.

Chief Secretary Eric Chan Kwok-ki, security minister Chris Tang Ping-keung, and police chief Joe Chow Yat-ming were among 150 people who attended the event.

Dong said that Hong Kong society had bid farewell to turmoil and restored stability in the past five years, with the domestic security law, also known as the Article 23 national security law, enacted in March last year further strengthening the legal system for safeguarding national security.

He added that the legislation also safeguarded the legitimate rights of investors both at home and abroad, and continuously reinforced Hong Kong’s unique advantages.

“Hong Kong’s transition from chaos to stability, and from stability to prosperity, could not have been successful without the strong leadership of the central government, the diligence of the city’s governing team, and the concerted efforts of the Hong Kong people,” he said.

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