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Carrie Lam’s Legacy

Carrie Lam’s Legacy

By John P. Burns
Carrie Lam leaves behind a new Hong Kong: less free, less capable, and more dependent on the mainland.

Hong Kong Leader Says China Patriots Now Firmly in Charge

Hong Kong Leader Says China Patriots Now Firmly in Charge

By Associated Press
Chief Executive Carrie Lam thanked the government in Beijing for “improving Hong Kong’s electoral system” a day after John Lee was almost unanimously chosen as her successor.
Carrie Lam’s Departure Signals a Further Crackdown in Hong Kong

Carrie Lam’s Departure Signals a Further Crackdown in Hong Kong

By Joey Siu
Lam’s replacement was a key demand of the 2019 protests, but no one should be celebrating her announced retirement now.

Carrie Lam Confirms She Won’t Seek Another Term as Hong Kong Chief Executive

Carrie Lam Confirms She Won’t Seek Another Term as Hong Kong Chief Executive

By Zen Soo and Vincent Yu
Lam has been Hong Kong’s top leader during a rocky stretch, from the 2019 Umbrella Movement through the enactment of a controversial national security law.

Security Chief Named Hong Kong’s No. 2 Official Amid Clampdown

Security Chief Named Hong Kong’s No. 2 Official Amid Clampdown

By Associated Press
The move came the day after the pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily was forced to close its doors.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Hong Kong’s Pro-Democrat Legislators Resign After Controversial Disqualifications

Hong Kong’s Pro-Democrat Legislators Resign After Controversial Disqualifications

By Shannon Tiezzi
Following a decision by Beijing that ousted 4 lawmakers, the entire pro-democrat caucus quit en masse, leaving LegCo with virtually no opposition presence.

Lam Says Next US President Should Not Interfere in Hong Kong

Lam Says Next US President Should Not Interfere in Hong Kong

By Associated Press
During a visit to Beijing, Hong Kong's leader denounced U.S. sanctions targeting the national security law.
One Coronavirus, Two Systems: New Epidemic Hits at Hong Kong’s Political Divide

One Coronavirus, Two Systems: New Epidemic Hits at Hong Kong’s Political Divide

By Shannon Tiezzi
The outbreak taps into deep-seated anti-mainland sentiments in Hong Kong.

Beijing Is Still Sticking by Carrie Lam

Beijing Is Still Sticking by Carrie Lam

By Shannon Tiezzi
China's top leaders, including Xi Jinping, signaled support for the embattled Hong Kong chief executive.

Hong Kong’s Leader Again Rejects Concessions After Massive Weekend Protest

Hong Kong’s Leader Again Rejects Concessions After Massive Weekend Protest

By Associated Press
Despite the largest march in months, Carrie Lam says she cannot accept the protesters’ remaining demands.

Hong Kong’s Carrie Lam Fears Violence Is on Upswing Again

Hong Kong’s Carrie Lam Fears Violence Is on Upswing Again

By Associated Press
The chief executive says a new U.S. law and continuing violence will harm the economy.
Hong Kong Wields Emergency Powers as Tensions Escalate

Hong Kong Wields Emergency Powers as Tensions Escalate

By Eleanor Albert
Hong Kong has grown increasingly polarized, with emotions running high on both the anti-government and pro-Beijing sides.

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