Letter: Security law is anathema to Hong Kong’s freedom

Nicholas Loup questions “the FT’s persistently negative picture of Hong Kong” (Letters, November 18) and states that “Hong Kong is thriving and has a bright future”.

The FT is a stalwart of free speech and freedom of the press, yet it often publishes articles and letters by Chinese officials and diplomats that are obviously propaganda and newspeak.

I am an American who enjoys the first amendment and can answer Loup’s question. As long as the Hong Kong National Security Law exists, Hong Kong does not have a “bright future”. The law is anathema to all freedom-loving people.

Had Loup’s letter criticised the Chinese government, he would have quietly disappeared.

John Paris
Atlanta, GA, US

Letter: Security law is anathema to Hong Kong’s freedom
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