Central Government Security Organ
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Using national security mandate to police speech, activism and media around the fire and elections
Since 2021, Beijing has reshaped Hong Kong's electoral system to ensure only pre-vetted "patriots" can run for office, slashing directly elected seats and purging opposition. The second Legislative Council election under these rules took place December 7, 2025, two weeks after the Wang Fuk Court fire, with about 31.9% turnout—the second-lowest on record.
Updated May 10
Driving national‑security framing of the fire; directly warning foreign media and activists
On November 26, 2025, a fire engulfed the Wang Fuk Court public housing complex in Tai Po, Hong Kong, killing at least 159 people and injuring dozens more. It was the city's deadliest disaster since 1948.
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