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Hong Kong Legislative Council
July 02, 2019
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.
May 15, 2018
Lawfare Waged by the Hong Kong Government Is Crushing the Hopes of Democrats
By Benedict Rogers
In Hong Kong, the law is being used to intimidate opponents, disqualify lawmakers, and limit freedom of expression.
August 24, 2017
When the Umbrella Closes: Hong Kong’s Embattled Democratic Movement
By Maeve Whelan-Wuest
The slow erosion of Hong Kong’s civil and political rights has reached a pivotal juncture.
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.
May 16, 2017
Hong Kong Chief Executive Meddled With Investigation of Secret Payments
By Cal Wong
CY Leung admits to funneling his concerns through a pro-Beijing lawmaker on the investigation committee.
November 09, 2016
Hong Kong Lawyers Protest Beijing's Overreach
By Cal Wong
Over 2,000 lawyers staged a silent protest over Beijing's recent interpretation of Hong Kong's Basic Law.
November 07, 2016
China Bars Pro-Independence Legislators in Hong Kong
By Cal Wong
Hong Kong erupted with more violent protests as the decision came down.
October 19, 2016
Hong Kong's Executive and Legislative Branches Clash
By Cal Wong
Pro-Beijing legislators staged a walkout, preventing two localist legislators from being sworn in.
October 13, 2016
Hong Kong Legislature Descends Into Chaos
By Cal Wong
Politicians from both the protest movement and the pro-Beijing camp fueled a combative swearing-in ceremony.
September 06, 2016
What Exactly Is Hong Kong’s Legislative Council?
By Cal Wong
Understanding LegCo as Hong Kong heads to the polls.
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