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Hong Kong judiciary
February 11, 2021
The Long-Term Implications of the Jimmy Lai Bail Decision
By Jerome A. Cohen
The Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal’s bail decision had something for everyone – and will help shape future national security cases.
January 29, 2021
Hong Kong’s Weaponization of the Courts Has Begun
By Thomas Chan
Even more than high-profile cases, stories from the lower courts paint a worrying picture for Hong Kong’s judicial independence.
January 27, 2021
Beijing’s Crackdown Runs Into Hong Kong’s Rule of Law
By Sarah Cook
Pushback against politically motivated prosecutions is emerging from lawyers, judges, and the principles of Hong Kong’s common law system itself.
January 05, 2021
The Struggle Over Jimmy Lai’s Bail Is a Struggle Over Hong Kong’s Freedom of Expression
By Jerome A. Cohen
Bail has become the most immediate arena in which the ongoing struggle between China’s Communist Party and Hong Kong’s judicial system is taking place.
November 23, 2020
The Intensifying Pressures to Further ‘Reform’ Hong Kong’s Courts
By Jerome A. Cohen
With LegCo subdued, Beijing is turning its attention to Hong Kong’s independent judiciary.
October 27, 2020
The Next 4 Steps in Hong Kong’s March Toward Totalitarianism
By Simon Shen
The worst is yet to come for the city. Here are four warning signs to watch for.
June 25, 2019
Hong Kong Extradition Law: The Fallout
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Ho-Fung Hung.
June 12, 2019
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.
June 11, 2019
Hundreds of Thousands Join Hong Kong Protest Against Extradition Law. Will It Matter?
By Christopher Bodeen and Yanan Wang
A massive protest against the proposed bill filled Hong Kong streets, but the government signals it won’t change course.
June 30, 2017
Human Rights Under Siege in Hong Kong
By Mabel Au
Beijing has signaled its intent to curtail freedom of expression and judicial independence in Hong Kong.
May 30, 2017
China Commemorates Hong Kong’s Basic Law by Restricting It
By Cal Wong
China's number three leader promises increased control over Hong Kong.
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