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Where the law stands, Dossier 2024/2700(RSP)

The new security law in Hong Kong and the cases of Andy Li and Joseph John

· First reading

A resolution tabled by political groups, usually on an urgent matter or in reaction to a statement by the Commission or Council. Not binding.

Where it stands

Parliament’s position

Parliament adopted the text on 25 April 2024. This is its final position on the matter.

  1. Tabled for plenary(done)
  2. Plenary vote(done) Adopted 25 April 2024
  3. Parliament’s position(done) Final

No plenary decision on this dossier is in our records yet.

The text, version by version

Newest first.

  1. Adopted by Parliament· 25 Apr 2024

    Adopted text TA9-0371/2024

    AI summary:Parliament's resolution strongly condemns the adoption of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance (SNSO) in Hong Kong, saying it erases fundamental freedoms, and urges the PRC and Hong Kong to repeal the National Security Law (NSL) and the SNSO.

    What changed since Joint motion RC-B9-0238/2024 →

  2. Tabled for plenary· 24 Apr 2024

    Joint motion RC-B9-0238/2024

    What changed since Motion for a resolution B9-0241/2024 →

  3. Tabled for plenary· 22 Apr 2024

    Motion for a resolution B9-0241/2024

    AI summary:Parliament condemns the adoption of the Article 23 Law in Hong Kong, which restricts freedoms and has extra-territorial and retroactive application. It demands the repeal of both national security laws and the release of detained activists.

  4. Tabled for plenary· 22 Apr 2024

    Motion for a resolution B9-0257/2024

    AI summary:A resolution condemning Hong Kong's new security law and urging its repeal, the release of detained activists, and EU action including sanctions and suspension of extradition treaties.

  5. Tabled for plenary· 22 Apr 2024

    Motion for a resolution B9-0254/2024

    AI summary:This resolution urges the Hong Kong authorities to repeal the National Security Law and Article 23, and calls for the release of detained activists and journalists.

  6. Tabled for plenary· 22 Apr 2024

    Motion for a resolution B9-0258/2024

    AI summary:The resolution condemns the adoption of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance (SNSO) in Hong Kong, expressing concern over its broad provisions and increased penalties.

  7. Tabled for plenary· 22 Apr 2024

    Motion for a resolution B9-0238/2024

    AI summary:This resolution strongly condemns the adoption of the Safeguarding National Security Bill in Hong Kong, which expands the National Security Law and erases fundamental freedoms. It urges the release of all pro-democracy activists and calls for sanctions against officials.

Timeline

Newest first.

Plenary stage 2 steps

  1. 25 April 2024

    Plenary vote

    Sitting of 25 Apr 2024 Motion for a resolution B9-0238/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0241/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0254/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0257/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0258/2024Adopted text TA9-0371/2024

  2. 24 April 2024

    Debated in plenary

    MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.

    Sitting of 24 Apr 2024 Motion for a resolution B9-0238/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0241/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0254/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0257/2024Motion for a resolution B9-0258/2024

Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2024/2700(RSP)