The national security police arrested at least six current or former directors and senior staff of Stand News early this morning (Dec. 29) on suspicion of “conspiracy to distribute seditious publications” and are now searching the offices of Stand News. The Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) is deeply concerned that
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HKJA is greatly concerned over journalists’ travel documents being retained by authorities as a consequence of aiding National Security Department investigations
After the 1st July 2021 incident of Leung Kin Fai committing suicide in the wake of his attack against a policemen at Causeway Bay, a large number of journalists were on site when that happened, with HKPF approaching several of them afterwards, including one who caught the moment of the
HKJA response to Hong Kong Police Force arrest of former media agency staff
The National Security Department of HKPF arrested Lam Man Chung, former executive editor of Apple Daily, for conspiracy to collude with a foreign country or with external elements to endanger national security. Recent months saw numerous Apple Daily executives and editors being arrested, despite the agency ceasing operations at the
HKJA response to Chief Secretary for Administration John Lee on ‘combating Fake News’
HKJA recognizes that Chief Secretary for Administration John Lee mentioned the Government’s investigation in ‘combating the spread of fake news’ on a radio show, with administrative and legislative measures both not being ruled out. He also mentioned that maneuverability will be greater if the press industry made regulations themselves. HKJA
HKJA concerns ‘white terror’ on press industry
‘852 Post’ announced today that videos published previously are all off the internet following security concerns; ‘Winandmac Media’ also retreated from Hong Kong and cancelling business registration of Hong Kong. HKJA is extremely concerned about deleting reports and commentaries, or even leaving Hong Kong altogether, out of safety reasons, as
HKJA response to another former Apple Daily staff being arrested
According to reports from different agencies, former chief writer of Apple Daily and Managing Editor of Apple Daily (English) Fung Wai-Kong was arrested at the airport on suspicion of collusion with a foreign country or with external elements to harm national security. HKJA strongly condemns the Hong Kong Police Force
HKJA response to ‘Stand News’ Public Announcement
HKJA takes note that ‘Stand News’ has made arrangements on protecting labor rights. If HKJA members or staff of the relevant organizations need assistance or have any doubts, you are welcome to contact HKJA. Under the National Security Law, another measure tightening press operations show the ever-growing predicament of local
HKJA response of Apple Daily closure
This afternoon, Apple Daily announced their closure following the last publication on 24th June (tomorrow). HKJA is extremely saddened by the event, and would like to salute fellow colleagues for their perseverance. Apple Daily and Next Digital had been ever-present on not only local news, but also topics concerning lifestyles
HKJA along with media unions and organisations urge wearing black in protest of the government’s blow against freedom of press
On Thursday this week, Apple Daily is publishing the final issue of their newspaper. The media outlet has had its assets frozen by the authorities and saw its management staff prosecuted and a key writer detained. In face of continuous government oppression, the 26-year-old media organisation ceased operation today. The
HKJA strongly condemns HKPF for arresting journalists again
After the arrest of several Next Digital senior executives and journalists days earlier by the National Security Department of the Hong Kong Police Force, media sources indicated that Apple Daily’s chief editorial writer Li Ping was arrested as well. HKJA strongly condemns the arrest of media workers, and would like