‘Soft resistance’ is real and still exists in Hong Kong, John Lee warns
Chief executive says criticism of local government is acceptable only if it does not intend to undermine national security

Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law Shuk-pui earlier said that authorities would guard against soft resistance by stepping up scrutiny before granting venues and funds to shows, fuelling concerns from the arts sector that her warning would affect many innocent works of art and hurt the city’s cultural scene.
Backing Law’s remarks on Tuesday, Lee said soft resistance “definitely” still existed in Hong Kong, despite the national security law being in effect for five years.
“Some are operated under different names that might sound righteous, but are actually intended to harm security or carry out destructive soft resistance. It comes in many forms and varieties. We all need to stay vigilant and clear-eyed.”