Hong Kong authorities have issued arrest warrants and bounties for 19 pro-democracy activists living overseas, accusing them of subversion for their involvement in the unofficial 'Hong Kong Parliament' group. The move has drawn strong condemnation from the UK, US, Australia, and other Western countries, who view it as an act of transnational repression and a violation of international norms. Critics argue that Hong Kong's actions threaten freedom of expression and undermine state sovereignty by targeting individuals abroad. The bounties, which include cash rewards for information leading to arrests, have heightened tensions between Hong Kong and several countries where the activists reside. This escalation is seen as part of a broader crackdown on dissent following the imposition of Beijing's national security law in Hong Kong.
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