Report flags Hong Kong lawmakers' ties to US-blacklisted Chinese companies

Hong Kong security lawLondon-based CSRI raises questions over sanctions risks and city's finance center futureHong Kong Chief Executive John Lee attends a question and answer session at the Legislative Council in January 2024. © ReutersKENJI KAWASEJuly 31, 2026 10:36 JSTTOKYO -- Hong Kong lawmakers are increasingly connected with Chinese companies that the U.S. alleges have military ties, according to new research by the China Strategic Risks Institute (CSRI), a London-based think tank.