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Safeguarding National Security Ordinance law, passed by the Legislative Council, comes into effect in Hong Kong.

The Safeguarding National Security Ordinance law, passed by the Legislative Council, comes into effect in Hong Kong. The new law allows for a pre-charge detention of up to 16 days, and restricts legal rights for suspects, including their access to lawyers.

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CrimeSafeguarding National Security Ordinance law, passed by the Legislative Council, comes into effect in Hong Kong.

The Safeguarding National Security Ordinance law, passed by the Legislative Council, comes into effect in Hong Kong. The new law allows for a pre-charge detention of up to 16 days, and restricts legal rights for suspects, including their access to lawyers.

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