Key facts
- Hong Kong's legislature will require research findings and recommendations with non-binding motions, its president said.
- Legislative Council president Starry Lee Wai-king said the aim is "evidence-based" discussion and easier public scrutiny.
Hong Kong's legislature will require lawmakers to submit relevant research findings and recommendations when they raise motions that have no legislative effect, its president said. Starry Lee Wai-king said the requirement is aimed at helping the public follow debates more easily and fostering "evidence-based" discussion.
"This will allow the government and the public to better understand the intent and rationale of the motions, and also help the public better follow the debates in the chamber," Lee said.
The report did not state when the requirement takes effect or how it will be enforced.