Hong Kong stocks plunge after China proposes national security law to 'protect' the city's freedom
China will discuss national security laws for Hong Kong at the national congress. The bill will ban secession, foreign interference and treason, sources revealed. The Global Times said the bill adds 'greater national security protection' for HK.
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