In an interview with the South China Morning Post marking the 29th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to Chinese rule on July 1, Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung revealed that repentant protesters arrested during the 2019 social unrest will be given priority for case reviews. Tang emphasized that demonstrating remorse and a sense of national identity would expedite the review process, even as investigations into the unrest continue. The announcement comes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and Hong Kong’s evolving security landscape.