Archive · 26 Jul 2025
Hong Kong Issues Warrants for 19 Overseas Activists Accused of Subversion
Hong Kong police are looking for 19 people who live outside of Hong Kong.
They believe these people broke a law about keeping the government stable.
The law says it's illegal to try to change the government.
Some of the people are thought to be part of a group called the "Hong Kong Parliament."
The UK disagrees with these actions, but China says the UK is interfering.
If the accused return to Hong Kong and admit their crimes, they may get a lighter punishment.
Hong Kong police issued arrest warrants for 19 overseas activists.
The activists are accused of subversion under the national security law.
Authorities allege the activists were involved in the 'Hong Kong Parliament'.
Bounties of up to HK$1 million have been offered for some activists.
The UK government condemned the arrests, while China stated they were an interference in its internal affairs.
- Who
- Hong Kong police and 19 overseas activists.
- What
- Hong Kong police announced arrest warrants for 19 overseas activists, accusing them of subversion.
- When
- The announcement was made recently following the implementation of the national security law in 2020.
- Where
- Hong Kong
- Why
- The activists are accused of participating in activities authorities say aimed to overthrow the government.
UK & Activists' Perspective
China & Hong Kong Government's Perspective
National Security vs. Human Rights
UK & Activists' Perspective
The UK government views the arrests as 'transnational repression' and an attack on human rights.
China & Hong Kong Government's Perspective
The Hong Kong and Chinese governments view these actions as essential to national security and stability.
- Number of Arrest Warrants
- 19
- Accusation
- Subversion
- Under Law
- National Security Law
- Associated Group
- Hong Kong Parliament
- Maximum Bounty
- HK$1 million
- Bounty for 15 Activists
- HK$200,000 each