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On July 1, 2020, China introduced a National Security Law into Hong Kong partly in an attempt to quell months of civil unrest, as a mechanism to safeguard China\u2019s security. In this new book, China\u2019s National Security: Endangering Hong Kong\u2019s Rule of Law? (Hart, 2020), Cora Chan and Fiona de Londras bring together a host of internationally renowned authors who question whether a national security law will challenge Hong Kong\u2019s rule of law, and the liberal ideals safeguarded in its legal system, which have become a mark of national identity and pride for many Hong Kongers.\nThe book examines the question in three parts. Firstly, it considers whether national security poses a threat to Hong Kong\u2019s rule of law, in particular, under the unique \u2018One Country, Two Systems\u2019 model. In the second part of the book, there is an examination of the sources of resilience in Hong Kong\u2019s politico-legal culture, which may provide resistance to the erosion of the rule of law. In particular, authors examine administrative law, the judiciary, the legislature, and civil society. In the final section of the book, authors examine the limits and scope of national security legislation in Hong Kong, and consider how it should be interpreted in line with Hong Kong\u2019s common law traditions.\nTo understand the current political unrest in Hong Kong, this book is a must read. It is also essential for understanding China\u2019s security concerns, and what this means for the rest of the world.\nJane Richards is a doctoral candidate in Human Rights Law at the University of Hong Kong. Her research interests include disability, equality, criminal law and civil disobedience. You can find her on twitter @JaneRichardsHK where she avidly follows the Hong Kong\u2019s protests and its politics.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices\nSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/law