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Protection of Critical Infrastructures (Computer Systems) Ordinance

Imposes statutory cybersecurity obligations on designated critical infrastructure operators in Hong Kong, covering organizational measures, preventive security measures and incident reporting, overseen by a new Commissioner's Office.

Where it stands

In forceIntroducedCommitteeFloorLawIn force

Ordinance comes into operationJan 18 months ago

Body
Legislative Council of Hong Kong
In effect since
Jan 18 months ago
Cyber
Official page On Regulations: Hong Kong Critical Infrastructure Cyber Ordinance

Timeline

  1. Jan 1 8 months ago

    Ordinance comes into operation

  2. Jun 27, 2025 1 year ago

    Government announces commencement notice setting 2026-01-01 as the commencement date

  3. Mar 28, 2025 1 year ago

    Ordinance gazetted

  4. Mar 19, 2025 1 year ago

    Bill passed by the Legislative Council