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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Shweta Sharma

UN says Hong Kong using ‘draconian’ security laws against citizens calling for accountability after fire

The UN human rights chief has expressed “deep concerns” over Hong Kong’s alleged use of draconian security laws against people seeking an investigation into the deadly fire that killed over 160 people late last month.

While the Chinese city’s administration had launched criminal investigations, Volker Türk said on Wednesday, they had stopped short of forming a commission of inquiry with full investigative powers.

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