The police operation marks the third round of arrests targeting independent bookstores in four months.
The exteriors of the bookstore 'Have A Nice Stay' is seen in Prince Edward district, Hong Kong, Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
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Hong Kong’s top security official has urged booksellers to ensure their titles do not harm national security
HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong ’s top security official said Thursday that booksellers should ensure the titles they sell do not harm…
Hong Kong ’s top security official on Thursday said booksellers should ensure the titles they sell do not harm national security,…
HONG KONG: Hong Kong’s security chief said on Thursday that booksellers must ensure the items they sell “do not endanger national…
Police cited national security law violations after customs flagged "seditious" books shipped from overseas.
Five people were arrested at two independent bookstores over books Hong Kong police said had "seditious intention" under the…
