national security police

Hong Kong's national security police are a law enforcement unit tasked with enforcing the national security law in the region. They have recently become newsworthy due to actions taken against independent bookshops. In mid-July 2026, these police forces raided two bookshops, Have a Nice Stay and Greenfield Book Store, arresting several individuals and seizing books. Subsequently, the owners of another bookshop, Hunter Bookstore, were arrested on suspicion of sedition and money laundering, though they were later released on bail. These developments highlight the ongoing application of the national security law, particularly its impact on freedom of expression and association within Hong Kong. The arrests and raids underscore the significant role the national security police play in the current political landscape of Hong Kong, as they continue to investigate and prosecute cases related to the national security law.