China tightens grip on Hong Kong as Taiwan warns autonomy, freedoms rapidly eroding
Jul 01, 2026
China's emphasis on national security and executive-led governance has severely weakened Hong Kong's legislative and judicial checks and balances, according to a new report released by Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) ahead of the 29th anniversary of Hong Kong's handover to China. The assessment warns of growing political control and diminishing autonomy under the "one country, two systems" framework, as reported by The Taipei Times.