During the drafting stage, the central government of the PRC must take necessary steps to reduce further damage to the “one country, two systems” framework, and engage in responsible dialogue with all parties to ensure the rights and freedoms of the Hong Kong people are duly respected. In accordance with its past legislative practice related to national security laws, the NPCSC should solicit comments and input on drafts from diverse stakeholders, including from the legal, academic, and business communities, and civil society groups in Hong Kong. Failure to do so will only exacerbate the trust and legitimacy deficit it already suffers. Other national governments