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Eliza C. H. Chan

Eliza C. H. Chan

Dr Eliza C. H. Chan, a practising solicitor in Hong Kong, is a member of Hong Kong's Executive Council and a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference. She was previously chairman of Hong Kong CPPCC (Provincial) Members Association, director of the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks, member of the Hospital Authority as well as chairman of its Public Complaints Committee, and chairman of the Hospital Governing Committee of a number of hospitals.

Foreign lawyers are unlikely to have a precise understanding of the law’s legislative intent and could be subject to foreign political influence. Beijing’s interpretation, and a potential recommendation for a designated pool of barristers and solicitors, would help safeguard Hong Kong’s national security.

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Eliza Chan says the formation of radical groups such as the Hong Kong National Party makes it vital for the city to have laws safeguarding national security, to protect long-term stability.