The Office for Safeguarding National Security of China’s Central Government in Hong Kong has issued a formal admonition to international media organizations operating within the special administrative region. During high-level discussions held on Saturday, December 7th, 2025, the office expressed serious concerns regarding what it characterized as deliberately misleading reporting on Hong Kong affairs.
According to the official statement, the security office specifically cited two instances of problematic coverage: distorted portrayals of the Hong Kong government’s emergency response to the catastrophic Wang Fuk Court residential complex fire, and biased reporting on the recent Legislative Council General Election. The office asserted that such coverage has exacerbated social tensions, caused emotional distress to Hong Kong residents, and presented a distorted picture to the international community.
The security authority emphasized that foreign media outlets must comply with local regulations while maintaining journalistic integrity through adherence to truth, accuracy, objectivity, and fairness in their reporting. The office simultaneously reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the lawful rights of foreign journalists operating in Hong Kong and pledged continued support for the HKSAR government in providing necessary assistance to legitimate media activities.
This development highlights the ongoing tensions between China’s national security framework and international media operations in Hong Kong, particularly regarding coverage sensitive to China’s governance model and political processes.