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Hong Kong: Law Making and Law Breaking

Hong Kong: Law Making and Law Breaking

By Jessie Lau and Jeffrey Wasserstrom
From last year’s protests to the national security law, Hong Kong’s turmoil is largely a question of who gets to make the law – and who gets labeled as breaking it.
Hong Kong Protest Marks Anniversary of Violent Police Clash

Hong Kong Protest Marks Anniversary of Violent Police Clash

By Associated Press
As a new national security law looms, protesters gathered to mark a key moment in 2019's anti-extradition bill protests.

How the Yellow Economic Circle Can Revolutionize Hong Kong

How the Yellow Economic Circle Can Revolutionize Hong Kong

By Simon Shen
Building the grassroots economic movement could be the key to breaking the establishment's economic stranglehold.

Taiwan and Hong Kong Spar Over Fate of Recently Freed Murder Suspect

Taiwan and Hong Kong Spar Over Fate of Recently Freed Murder Suspect

By Nick Aspinwall
Hong Kong and Taiwan disagree on how to handle the potential return of Chan Tong-kai, wanted for murder in Taiwan.

Inside Hong Kong’s Leaderless Uprising

Inside Hong Kong’s Leaderless Uprising

By Magnus Ag
Young Hong Kongers, with dreams of democracy, continue their grotesquely uneven battle against Beijing. 
In Hong Kong: No Celebration, ‘Only a National Tragedy’

In Hong Kong: No Celebration, ‘Only a National Tragedy’

By Alexandra Radu
Hong Kong entered its 17th week of protests with violent clashes and an increased riot police presence in the streets.

Hong Kong Withdraws Extradition Bill That Sparked Protests

Hong Kong Withdraws Extradition Bill That Sparked Protests

By Katie Tam
Is it too little, too late?
Hong Kong’s Summer of Unrest

Hong Kong’s Summer of Unrest

By Jessie Lau
Five years after the Umbrella Movement, Hong Kong is once again in the midst of revolution and reclaiming.

Hong Kong: The Anatomy of a Protest

Hong Kong: The Anatomy of a Protest

By Bonnie Girard
Things started peacefully – the chaos came later.

2 Months on, Hong Kong Remains Defiant

2 Months on, Hong Kong Remains Defiant

By Adryel Talamantes
Hong Kong's protests show no signs of slowing down as the movement enters its 11th week.

The EU Call on Hong Kong's Extradition Bill

The EU Call on Hong Kong's Extradition Bill

By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Sandra Marco Colino.
Flights Restart at Hong Kong Airport as Protesters Apologize

Flights Restart at Hong Kong Airport as Protesters Apologize

By Vincent Thian and Yanan Wang
The occupation of the airport has mostly ended after a day marked by mob violence and altercations with passengers.

Hong Kong Airport Shuts Down Amid Pro-Democracy Protest

Hong Kong Airport Shuts Down Amid Pro-Democracy Protest

By Yanan Wang and Christopher Bodeen
A sit-in at the main terminal caused the cancellation of all flights, even while protests continued elsewhere in Hong Kong.
Protests, General Strike Bring Hong Kong to a Standstill

Protests, General Strike Bring Hong Kong to a Standstill

By Yanan Wang and Christopher Bodeen
Even as disruptions reached the work week, Chief Executive Carrie Lam vows to remain in office.

Lost in Translation: The Hong Kong Government’s Dual Messaging Amid Protests

Lost in Translation: The Hong Kong Government’s Dual Messaging Amid Protests

By Kai Yui Samuel Chan and Elizabeth Lui
Why Carrie Lam’s ostensible concession means nothing to Hong Kong activists.

Hong Kong’s Summer of Discontent

Hong Kong’s Summer of Discontent

By Eleanor Albert
The anti-extradition bill protests are heating up, not cooling down, as summer wears on.

Hong Kong’s Protests Aren’t Just About the Extradition Bill Anymore

Hong Kong’s Protests Aren’t Just About the Extradition Bill Anymore

By Yuen Yung Sherry Chan
The protests are no longer driven by anxiety over a “revival” of the bill, but by other deep-seated issues.
Taiwan Politicians Continue to Align Themselves With Hong Kong Protestors

Taiwan Politicians Continue to Align Themselves With Hong Kong Protestors

By Nick Aspinwall
Protestors in Hong Kong demanding the withdrawal of a controversial extradition bill find a reliable ally in Taiwan.

Why Are Migrant Workers Joining the Hong Kong Protests?

Why Are Migrant Workers Joining the Hong Kong Protests?

By Michael Beltran
Many of Hong Kong's migrant workers have expressed solidarity with the protests. Why?
Tensions Boil Over on Hong Kong Handover Anniversary

Tensions Boil Over on Hong Kong Handover Anniversary

By Ken Moritsugu
A group of protesters in Hong Kong broke into the legislature, while tens of thousands marched through the city.

Hong Kong’s Extradition Bill and Taiwan’s Sovereignty Dilemma

Hong Kong’s Extradition Bill and Taiwan’s Sovereignty Dilemma

By Ming-Sung Kuo
How a Hong Konger’s death put Taiwan in a difficult spot amid the storm over Hong Kong’s extradition bill.

Hong Kong Extradition Law: The Fallout

Hong Kong Extradition Law: The Fallout

By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Ho-Fung Hung.

Hong Kong’s Protesters Live up to Their City’s Heritage

Hong Kong’s Protesters Live up to Their City’s Heritage

By Bonnie Girard
An intrepid new generation is following in the footsteps of previous Hong Kongers.
Hong Kong Protests: How Did We Get Here?

Hong Kong Protests: How Did We Get Here?

By Florence Mok
The origins and development of mass protests against the extradition bill.

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