Theme · EU initiative
Hong Kong National Security Law
The 2020 National Security Law imposed on Hong Kong and the recurring EU debate over its use against journalists and activists.
3 subjects in 3 sittings · 3 adopted, 0 rejected · Nov 2024 – Sept 2026
Resolutions 3
Latest decisions
- Deteriorating situation of media freedom and freedom of expression in Hong Kong following the recent arrest of bookseller Leticia Wong and the convictions of Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung
This resolution concerns the situation of media freedom and freedom of expression in Hong Kong, following the arrest of bookseller Leticia Wong and the convictions of Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, condemning the eradication of media freedom and freedom of expression in Hong Kong and the use of the 2020 National Security Law against journalism, publishing and peaceful political advocacy. Parliament calls for the repeal of the National Security Law and the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, and demands the release of those detained for exercising their fundamental rights. It also calls on the Council and the Commission to adopt targeted sanctions against those responsible for violations of fundamental freedoms in Hong Kong, and instructs its President to forward the resolution to the Commission, the Council, China and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
Foreign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights
17 Sept 2026 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 7 ballots · voted 13:11 · B-10-2026-0407 · 2026/2873
- Conviction and imminent sentencing of Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong
Parliament adopted a resolution condemning the conviction of Jimmy Lai, a British citizen and media entrepreneur in Hong Kong, and calling for his immediate release. The text also urges Hong Kong authorities to provide Lai with medical care and expresses concern about his solitary confinement. Parliament calls on member states to suspend extradition treaties with Hong Kong and China and to review the status of Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices in Europe. The resolution will be forwarded to the EU institutions, China, and Hong Kong.
22 Jan 2026 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 6 ballots · voted 12:05 · B-10-2026-0082 · 2026/2573
- Hong Kong, notably the cases of Jimmy Lai and the 45 activists recently convicted under the national security law
Parliament adopted a resolution on Hong Kong, focusing on the cases of Jimmy Lai and 45 activists convicted under the national security law. The text condemns their imprisonment and demands their immediate and unconditional release, along with all others detained for exercising freedoms. It also urges the repeal of the national security laws and calls for sanctions against Hong Kong and Chinese officials. Parliament asks the EU to monitor human rights abuses and review the status of Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices.
28 Nov 2024 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 9 ballots · voted 12:13 · B-10-2024-0212 · 2024/2950
Adopted 473–23–98 · by a large majority
Dossiers involved · latest vote first
- 2026/2873 Deteriorating situation of media freedom and freedom of expression in Hong Kong following the recent arrest of bookseller Leticia Wong and the convictions of Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung 17 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
- 2026/2573 Conviction and imminent sentencing of Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong 22 Jan 2026 · 1 vote
- 2024/2950 Hong Kong, notably the cases of Jimmy Lai and the 45 activists recently convicted under the national security law 28 Nov 2024 · 1 vote
Who backs what
How each group's majority voted on the 3 most recent final roll calls about Hong Kong National Security Law. A group is "split" when no position won among its members.
| Group | Backed | Opposed | Abstained | Split | With the outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 (0 %) | 0 (0 %) | 3 | 0 | 0 % | |
| 3 (100 %) | 0 (0 %) | 0 | 0 | 100 % | |
| 3 (100 %) | 0 (0 %) | 0 | 0 | 100 % | |
| 3 (100 %) | 0 (0 %) | 0 | 0 | 100 % | |
| 3 (100 %) | 0 (0 %) | 0 | 0 | 100 % | |
| 3 (100 %) | 0 (0 %) | 0 | 0 | 100 % | |
| 0 (0 %) | 0 (0 %) | 3 | 0 | 0 % | |
| 0 (0 %) | 0 (0 %) | 3 | 0 | 0 % | |
| 0 (0 %) | 1 (33 %) | 2 | 0 | 0 % |
The latest final votes, group by group
| Decision | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deteriorating situation of media freedom and freedom of expression in Hong Kong following the recent arrest of bookseller Leticia Wong and the convictions of Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung 17 Sept 26 · adopted | Abst. | For | For | For | For | For | Abst. | Abst. | Against |
| Conviction and imminent sentencing of Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong 22 Jan 26 · adopted | Abst. | For | For | For | For | For | Abst. | Abst. | Abst. |
| Hong Kong, notably the cases of Jimmy Lai and the 45 activists recently convicted under the national security law 28 Nov 24 · adopted | Abst. | For | For | For | For | For | Abst. | Abst. | Abst. |
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