Threats to Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Activist in the UK

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Hong Kong pro-democracy activist living in the UK receives threatening posters urging neighbors to provide information about her to Hong Kong Police Force or Chinese embassy. The posters offer a reward of 1 million Hong Kong dollars. The activist fled Hong Kong in 2021 due to the national security law and harassment continues across borders.

Key Points

  • Pro-democracy activist Carmen Lau receives threatening posters in the UK urging neighbors to provide information about her to Hong Kong Police Force or Chinese embassy
  • The posters offer a reward of 1 million Hong Kong dollars for information on Lau
  • Activist Lau fled Hong Kong in 2021 after the enactment of a national security law
  • Concerns raised about the safety of Hong Kong democracy activists living in Britain
  • The British government faces criticism for its approach toward China

Pros

  • Highlighting the ongoing threats faced by pro-democracy activists from Hong Kong even after fleeing the city
  • Raising awareness about the reach of Chinese law enforcement outside its borders

Cons

  • Creating a climate of fear and intimidation for activists and their families
  • Revealing potential vulnerabilities in the safety and security of activists in the UK