Most US chamber of commerce members concerned about Hong Kong security law; over half feel ‘less safe’ – survey
More than two-thirds of US chamber of commerce members surveyed have expressed concern about Hong Kong’s recently imposed national security legislation, with most citing its ambiguity in scope and enforcement. The American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) polled 183 – or 15 per cent – of its more than 1,600 members between last Monday and last Thursday to gauge their thoughts on the controversial law, which critics have said aims to stomp out political dissent. AmCham said almost 40 per cent of respondents said they were “extremely concerned” about the legislation, whilst 36.98 per cent were “somewhat concerned,” 10.93 per cent were “not too concerned” and 11.48 per cent were “not concerned at all.” Members acknowledged a potential decline in civil unrest following the enactment of the law. However, they identified questions over the city’s judicial independence, its status as an international business centre, the erosion of autonomy, data security fears, government retaliatory measures and a talent drain or staffing issues as causes for concern.
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