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Hong Kong
What Can Hong Kong's Protests Actually Accomplish?
By Shannon Tiezzi
This year's July 1 democracy march is attracting a great deal of attention, but it's unlikely to sway Beijing.
The Politics of Tiananmen Remembrance
By Shannon Tiezzi
In Hong Kong, Tiananmen vigils are highly politicized. But what meaning does 6-4 have for mainlanders?
Maid to Pay: Exploiting Asia's Domestic Workers
By Angelina Draper
Although physical abuse dominates headlines, it is not the only issue domestic workers encounter.
Beijing’s Choice and Hong Kong’s Elections
By Yang Hengjun
Beijing can better achieve its goals by allowing free elections in Hong Kong.
Beijing's Censors Ban Hong Kong Short Film
By Tyler Roney
A short online video revealing Hong Kongers' worries for their future was banned by China's censorship bureau.
Could China Ever Govern Taiwan?
By Kerry Brown
China's leaders, not used to dealing with public opinion, are unprepared to handle Taiwan's vocal population.
Beijing Strikes at Hong Kong With APEC Move
By Tyler Roney
The decision to move the APEC meeting from Hong Kong to Beijing comes amidst PRC disdain for Hong Kong protests.
PLA to Build a Hong Kong Port
By Zachary Keck
Hong Kong’s Town Planning Board unanimously approved a plan for a PLA military port in the city’s harbor.
Hong Kong Brothers Plead Not Guilty to Transformers 4 Extortion Attempt, Assault
By J.T. Quigley
The two men stormed the film set last October, demanding money and attacking director Michael Bay.
Hong Kong Tycoon Doubles Controversial “Marriage Bounty” for Lesbian Daughter
By J.T. Quigley
Cecil Chao will pay $130 million to the man who marries his openly gay heiress.
Taiwanese Intelligence Accused of Meddling in Hong Kong
By J. Michael Cole
Beijing accused Taiwan of seeking to create “chaos” in the territory to discredit the one country, two systems formula.
Thousands Rally For Democracy In Hong Kong
By Ankit Panda
The protests in Hong Kong represent a growing strain between the SAR and Beijing over democracy.