Hong Kong authorities have issued arrest warrants and bounties for 19 pro-democracy activists living abroad, accusing them of subversion for their involvement in the unofficial 'Hong Kong Parliament' group. The move has drawn sharp condemnation from the UK, US, Australia, and other Western nations, who view it as an act of transnational repression and a violation of international legal norms. Many of the targeted activists reside in countries such as the UK, Australia, Canada, and the US, raising concerns about the reach of Hong Kong's national security law beyond its borders. Critics argue that these actions threaten freedom of expression and assembly, and undermine the sovereignty of other states. The Hong Kong and Chinese governments have dismissed the criticism as biased and untrue, insisting the measures are necessary for national security.
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