Forum on 'Security Brings Prosperity'
by Department of Justice of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
The "Security Brings Prosperity" forum is an annual event organized by the Department of Justice of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. This forum aims to enhance public understanding and awareness of the National Security Law (NSL) and its implications for Hong Kong's legal and social landscape.
The forum features a series of keynote speeches and panel discussions focusing on various aspects of the NSL. Topics include the substantive and procedural provisions of the law, comparative studies of national security laws in other jurisdictions, and the impact of the NSL on Hong Kong's legal system and society.
Notable speakers at past forums have included senior government officials, legal experts, and academics. The event also provides opportunities for networking and in-depth discussions among participants, fostering a comprehensive understanding of national security issues.
The forum is particularly relevant for legal professionals, academics, policymakers, and members of the public interested in national security and legal affairs. Attendees gain valuable insights into the NSL's application and its role in safeguarding Hong Kong's stability and prosperity.
Speakers(23)
Dr. Priscilla Leung Mei-fun
Member at Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Basic Law Committee of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress
Dr. Priscilla Leung Mei-fun was a member of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Basic Law Committee of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, involved in legal affairs.
Dr. Simon Lee Hoey
Member at Basic Law Promotion Steering Committee
Dr. Simon Lee Hoey was a member of the Basic Law Promotion Steering Committee, contributing to the promotion and understanding of the Basic Law.
Judge Yang Wanming
Vice-President at Supreme People's Court
Judge Yang Wanming was the Vice-President of the Supreme People's Court, contributing to the judiciary at the highest level in China.
Mr. Chen Dong
Deputy Director at Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Mr. Chen Dong held the position of Deputy Director at the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, overseeing various administrative functions.
Mr. Chris Tang Ping-keung
Secretary for Security at Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Mr. Chris Tang Ping-keung served as the Secretary for Security of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, responsible for public security matters.
Mr. Deng Zhonghua
Deputy Director at Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council
Mr. Deng Zhonghua served as Deputy Director of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council, overseeing matters related to Hong Kong and Macao.
Mr. Henry Denis Litton
Former Permanent Judge at Court of Final Appeal
Mr. Henry Denis Litton was a Former Permanent Judge of the Court of Final Appeal, contributing to the judiciary at the highest level in Hong Kong.
Mr. Ian Grenville Cross, QC
Honorary Professor at Faculty of Law, University of Hong Kong
Mr. Ian Grenville Cross, QC, served as an Honorary Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Hong Kong, sharing his legal expertise with students.
Mr. John Lee Ka-chiu
Chief Secretary for Administration at Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Mr. John Lee Ka-chiu was the Chief Secretary for Administration of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, overseeing administrative functions.
Mr. Lei Jianbin
Director at Office for Constitution of the Legislative Affairs Commission of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress
Mr. Lei Jianbin served as Director of the Office for Constitution of the Legislative Affairs Commission of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, overseeing constitutional matters.
Mr. Liu Guangyuan
Commissioner at Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Mr. Liu Guangyuan served as the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, representing China's foreign affairs interests in Hong Kong.
Mr. Zhang Yong
Deputy Director at Legislative Affairs Commission of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress
Mr. Zhang Yong held the role of Deputy Director at the Legislative Affairs Commission of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, involved in legislative affairs.
Mr. Zheng Yanxiong
Head at Office for Safeguarding National Security of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Mr. Zheng Yanxiong was the Head of the Office for Safeguarding National Security of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, responsible for national security matters.
Mrs. Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor
Chief Executive at Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Mrs. Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor served as the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, leading the government and representing Hong Kong in various capacities.
Ms. Maggie Yang Mei-kei
Acting Director of Public Prosecutions at Department of Justice
Ms. Maggie Yang Mei-kei was the Acting Director of Public Prosecutions at the Department of Justice, leading public prosecution services.
Ms. Teresa Cheng Yeuk-wah, SC
Secretary for Justice at Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Ms. Teresa Cheng Yeuk-wah, SC, was the Secretary for Justice of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, overseeing legal affairs and the justice system.
Professor Chin Leng Lim
Choh-Ming Li Professor of Law at Faculty of Law, Chinese University of Hong Kong
Professor Chin Leng Lim held the title of Choh-Ming Li Professor of Law at the Faculty of Law, Chinese University of Hong Kong, contributing to legal education and research.
Professor Huang Feng
Professor at Law School, Beijing Normal University
Professor Huang Feng was a Professor at the Law School of Beijing Normal University, specializing in legal studies.
Professor Li Hong
Professor at School of Law, Tsinghua University
Professor Li Hong served as a Professor at the School of Law, Tsinghua University, contributing to legal education and research.
Professor Richard Cullen
Visiting Professor at Faculty of Law, University of Hong Kong
Professor Richard Cullen was a Visiting Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Hong Kong, sharing his legal expertise with students.
Professor Xiong Qiuhong
Professor and Dean at Procedural Law Research Institute, China University of Political Science and Law
Professor Xiong Qiuhong served as Professor and Dean of the Procedural Law Research Institute at the China University of Political Science and Law, specializing in procedural law.
Professor Zhao Yun
Representative at Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, Hague Conference on Private International Law
Professor Zhao Yun served as a Representative at the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific of the Hague Conference on Private International Law, involved in international legal affairs.
Professor Zhu Guobin
Professor at School of Law, City University of Hong Kong
Professor Zhu Guobin served as a Professor at the School of Law, City University of Hong Kong, specializing in legal studies.
Event Details
- Date
- July 5, 2021
- Location
- 🇭🇰 Hong Kong
- Online
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Legal professionals, academics, policymakers, and the general public interested in national security and legal affairs.
- Attendees
- Varies annually