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Violence Erupts During Latest Anti-Extradition Protest in Hong Kong
By Christopher Bodeen
Police used tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse crowds but protesters insist they won't give up.
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Hong Kong and the US-China New Cold War
May 16, 2019
Hong Kong and the US-China New Cold War
Will Hong Kong be a “Free World outpost” or a bastion for “Red China”?
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Hong Kong and the US-China New Cold War
30 Years After Tiananmen: Hong Kong Remembers
May 01, 2019
30 Years After Tiananmen: Hong Kong Remembers
An organizer of the 2014 Occupy Central protest explains how Hong Kong keeps the spirit of Chinese democracy alive.
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30 Years After Tiananmen: Hong Kong Remembers
Hong Kong Needs the World’s Help
April 03, 2019
Hong Kong Needs the World’s Help
The steady erosion of freedoms is too serious for Hong Kongers to deal with alone.
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Hong Kong Needs the World’s Help
Lawfare Waged by the Hong Kong Government Is Crushing the Hopes of Democrats
May 15, 2018
Lawfare Waged by the Hong Kong Government Is Crushing the Hopes of Democrats
In Hong Kong, the law is being used to intimidate opponents, disqualify lawmakers, and limit freedom of expression.
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Lawfare Waged by the Hong Kong Government Is Crushing the Hopes of Democrats
Hong Kong in Xi Jinping’s 'New Era'
November 01, 2017
Hong Kong in Xi Jinping’s 'New Era'
As long as Hong Kong steers clear of secession, its autonomy will remain intact.
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Hong Kong in Xi Jinping’s 'New Era'
Remembering Tiananmen in Hong Kong
June 07, 2017
Remembering Tiananmen in Hong Kong
In remembering the Tiananmen Incident, Hong Kongers hope to prevent a similar fate for their city.
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Remembering Tiananmen in Hong Kong
2 Years Later: A Look Back at Hong Kong's Umbrella Movement
September 29, 2016
2 Years Later: A Look Back at Hong Kong's Umbrella Movement
The 2014 protests left a lasting legacy of distrust for the government and the police.
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2 Years Later: A Look Back at Hong Kong's Umbrella Movement
What Exactly Is Hong Kong’s Legislative Council?
September 06, 2016
What Exactly Is Hong Kong’s Legislative Council?
Understanding LegCo as Hong Kong heads to the polls.
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What Exactly Is Hong Kong’s Legislative Council?
Southeast Asia's Unlikely Young Dissidents
July 10, 2015
Southeast Asia's Unlikely Young Dissidents
A look at some of the faces in the region's new generation of change seekers.
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Southeast Asia's Unlikely Young Dissidents
Is Beijing In Danger of Losing 'Hong Kong'?
July 06, 2015
Is Beijing In Danger of Losing 'Hong Kong'?
It may be the case that Hong Kong will end up more like Taiwan than Taiwan like Hong Kong.
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Is Beijing In Danger of Losing 'Hong Kong'?
Hong Kong's Legislature Rejects Beijing-Backed Election Plan
June 18, 2015
Hong Kong's Legislature Rejects Beijing-Backed Election Plan
After a surprise walk-out by pro-Beijing legislators, the reform plan was soundly defeated.
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Hong Kong's Legislature Rejects Beijing-Backed Election Plan
China Wants Its Civilian Ships to Be Ready for War
June 12, 2015
China Wants Its Civilian Ships to Be Ready for War
Plus, Aung San Suu Kyi in China, Hong Kong's moment of truth, and what China thinks about FIFA. Friday China links.
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China Wants Its Civilian Ships to Be Ready for War
Hong Kong's Democratic Dilemma
June 04, 2015
Hong Kong's Democratic Dilemma
Supporters of the Beijing-backed package claim to have public backing on their side. The truth is more complicated.
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Hong Kong's Democratic Dilemma
The Humble Beginnings of China's Space Program
April 25, 2015
The Humble Beginnings of China's Space Program
Plus, the PLAN's birthday, China in the Middle East, and the truth about Hong Kong's election plan. Friday China links.
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The Humble Beginnings of China's Space Program
Hong Kong's Election Reform Plan Sparks Debate, Protests
April 23, 2015
Hong Kong's Election Reform Plan Sparks Debate, Protests
Hong Kong's government unveiled their proposal for electoral reform and democracy activists aren't happy.
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Hong Kong's Election Reform Plan Sparks Debate, Protests
‘Today’s Hong Kong, Tomorrow’s Taiwan?’ Nope, the Other Way Around.
October 10, 2014
‘Today’s Hong Kong, Tomorrow’s Taiwan?’ Nope, the Other Way Around.
They have completely different backgrounds, but there are lessons for Hong Kong in Taiwan.
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‘Today’s Hong Kong, Tomorrow’s Taiwan?’ Nope, the Other Way Around.
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Japan-Saudi Ties: An Interview With the Japanese Ambassador
June 11, 2019
Japan-Saudi Ties: An Interview With the Japanese Ambassador
Ambassador Tsukasa Uemura discusses the future of the Japan-Saudi relationship, and how to build strong cultural ties.
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