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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Shweta Sharma

Hong Kong proposes new rules to ban lawmakers from ‘vilifying’ Beijing

Hong Kong’s legislature has proposed a new code of conduct that would prohibit lawmakers from “vilifying” the government and seek mandatory “sincere support” for Beijing’s overall control over the city.

The rules, aimed at enforcing loyalty, include a five-tier penalty system with possible suspensions and pay cuts for violation of the code.

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