Hong Kong checks ‘almost every book shipment from Taiwan’
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According to Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council, Hong Kong customs is now checking almost all book shipments from Taiwan. Additionally, a logistics company has informed bookstores to ensure compliance with Hong Kong's national security laws. This development highlights increased scrutiny over materials from Taiwan in the context of national security concerns.
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Taiwan's MAC publicly acknowledges the scrutiny
Hong Kong customs has stepped up scrutiny of almost every book shipment from Taiwan.
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Hong Kong customs has stepped up scrutiny of almost every book shipment from Taiwan.
South China Morning Post- Taiwan's MAC publicly acknowledges the scrutiny
- Hong Kong aligns with mainland policies against Taiwan
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Hong Kong customs has stepped up scrutiny of almost every book shipment from Taiwan.
South China Morning PostA logistics company has told bookstores to ensure their orders would not breach Hong Kong's national security laws.
South China Morning PostBook shipments from Taiwan must comply with Hong Kong's national security laws.
South China Morning Post