Sunday March Planned Against National Security Law

A group of pro-democracy district councillors are planning to hold a march from Causeway Bay to Central on Sunday to oppose the national security law.

That’s when the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress begins its second three-day meeting of the month – during which it’s widely expected to formally approve the controversial law.

The councillors are proposing that protesters march in groups of 35 – well under the maximum limit of 50 under social-distancing regulations.

However, the authorities have previously warned that people who are gathered at a public location with a “common purpose” can still be prosecuted even if they observe the anti-epidemic rules.

Eastern District Councillor Andy Chui said he believes people would still show up to express their opposition even if the march is banned by police.

“We don't have any channel to express our views. They only listen to the pro-establishment parties’ voice. They never consider democratic parties’ voice”, he said.

“Even in the district council, they will not cooperate with the district councillors.”

“We will try to give an opportunity for Hong Kong people to express our feelings. If you’re angry, show them you’re angry. If you are against this law, show that feeling,” he said.