There have been frequent demonstrations in recent days, and journalists are reporting immediate news for the public without fear of personal safety. HKJA found that many journalists have not been provided with appropriate protective equipment by their employers. For example, some were given simple flu masks and sent to the
Statements
HKJA strongly condemns the police actions that have endangered journalists’ safety and harmed press freedom
The Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) strongly condemns the police use of force against journalists in recent days when they were covering the anti-extradition bill protests. Such police actions have endangered safety of journalists and caused harm to press freedom. HKJA appeals to reporters to wear helmet and reflective press
HKJA strongly condemns the Government for its refusal to withdraw the extradition bill which has triggered off clashes between police and citizens, leading to injuries
The Hong Kong Journalists Association strongly condemns the Government for disregarding public opinion and refusing to withdraw the extradition bill. The Government’s decision to press on with the extradition bill has led to confrontation between police and protesters, resulting in clashes and injuries to civilians and police officers. Among them
The Hong Kong Journalists Association called on Chief Executive Carrie Lam to intervene immediately to stop the police from harassing journalists reporting on the massive demonstration against the Fugitive Transfer Bill
The Hong Kong Journalists Association called on Chief Executive Carrie Lam to intervene immediately to stop the police from harassing journalists reporting on the massive demonstration against the Fugitive Transfer Bill The union has received more than 15 complaints from journalists on the following trampling of reporters’ right: Accusing journalists
HKJA condemns Police for driving away journalists, interrupting their work without justifiable reasons
In the early morning of 10 June (Monday, Hong Kong police removed roadblocks and dispersed protesters with force at Lung Wo Road. Reporters and photographers from various media organisations at the scene who were covering the protest were unreasonably removed by the police. HKJA made a solemn protest against the
Press not free without freedom from fear — Joint signature campaign by Hong Kong journalists against fugitive transfer bill
As professional journalists, we have always adhered to the principle of objectivity when covering controversial issues. But deep down, our higher calling is to defend freedom, fight for justice and tell the truth. Therefore, we must stand up and call on the Government to withdraw the amendment of the controversial
HKJA statement on May 21 briefing to foreign correspondents by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ representative in Hong Kong
The Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in HKSAR (the Office) held a briefing for foreign correspondents based in Hong Kong on May 21. The briefing addressed topics related to the Government’s proposed amendment to Hong Kong’s Fugitive Offenders Ordinance and the Mutual Legal Assistance in
HKJA regrets the obstruction of news coverage by Legco security guards, and demands Legco President to clarify his position
A number of photo-journalists covering the Bills Committee meeting at the Legislative Council (Legco) this morning, found themselves being pushed and pulled and their cameras blocked by the security guards of Legco. The Hong Kong Journalists Association expresses deep regrets over such behaviour of the guards. When Legco President Andrew Leung responded
HKJA regrets the refusal of Secretary for Security to meet and discuss the fugitives transfer bill
Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) together with a number of journalist unions and media organisations jointly sent a letter to the Secretary for Security John Lee Ka-chiu requesting a meeting to discuss the proposed amendments to the fugitive laws, over which the media have expressed grave concern. The Bureau replied
Joint Statement: Media Organisations oppose fugitives transfer bill
We oppose the proposed amendments to the law that will allow the transfer of “fugitives” from Hong Kong to Mainland China on a case by case basis. It will not only threaten the safety of journalists but also have a chilling effect on freedom of expression in Hong Kong. The