Key Facts
• July 1, 2025, marks five years since the Hong Kong National Security Law’s enactment.
• Exiled Hong Kong activists held a press conference in Tokyo to discuss ongoing repression.
• Artist Casey Wong criticized the law as a “fake law” weaponized by the Hong Kong government.
• Activists warned of China’s growing influence across the Asia-Pacific region.
• The pro-democracy group “Social Democratic Front” disbanded in June 2025 due to political pressure.
• Joey Siu of the World Liberty Congress highlighted the disappearance of pro-democracy parties in Hong Kong.
• Activists emphasized the importance of resisting through freedom and democracy.
Summary
On July 1, 2025, exiled Hong Kong activists marked the fifth anniversary of the Hong Kong National Security Law by holding a press conference in Tokyo. They condemned the law as a tool of repression by the Chinese government, with artist Casey Wong calling it a “fake law.” Activists warned of China’s expanding influence in the Asia-Pacific region and urged Japan to uphold its responsibility to protect democracy. The recent disbandment of the pro-democracy group “Social Democratic Front” due to political pressure was cited as evidence of the law’s severe impact on human rights. Joey Siu of the World Liberty Congress stressed the disappearance of pro-democracy parties in Hong Kong and called for continued resistance based on freedom and democracy.
