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Occupy Central
Post ‘Occupy,’ Hong Kong Government Consolidates Control
By Shannon Tiezzi
Hong Kong's government is pushing ahead with Beijing's election plan while pursuing legal action against protestors.
Hong Kong's 'Occupy Central' Draws to a Close
By Shannon Tiezzi
Hong Kong police cleared out the central protest site at Admiralty, essentially ending two months of student protests.
After Violent Clashes, Hong Kong Leader Promises Crackdown on Protests
By Shannon Tiezzi
The Hong Kong government warns protestors that it is out of patience.
What Occupy Central Reveals About China
By Yang Hengjun
"How we treat people with different opinions in ordinary times will eventually, at a certain time, come back to us."
Cracks Emerge in Hong Kong Protests
By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, Chinese banks and Iran's Quds forces, Taiwan's upcoming elections, and cross-strait relations. Friday China links.
Why the US Must Press China on Democracy
By Scott Moore
During his trip to China this week, Obama should make Hong Kong and democracy a central issue.
The Problem with Taiwan's Support for Hong Kong Protesters
By Jin Kai
In supporting Occupy Central and opposing the Sunflower Movement, Ma Ying-jeou suggests the ends justify the means.
Hong Kong Officials to Students: There’s Always 2022
By Shannon Tiezzi
Parsing the first public talks between Hong Kong officials and protestors.
Why There Won't be an Occupy Beijing
By Patricia Kim
Hong Kong's protests are similar to movements in China in the 1980s, but mainland students won't be protesting anytime soon.
Hong Kong's Leader: Universal Suffrage Threatens Business Interests
By Shannon Tiezzi
Chief Executive CY Leung said that universal suffrage could turn Hong Kong into a welfare state.
Occupy Central: Holding Hong Kong’s ‘Silent Majority’ Hostage
By Jin Kai
The majority of Hongkongers are against the protests, which pose a serious threat to the rule of law and social stability.
China Signals No Compromise on Hong Kong
By Zachary Keck
There are growing signs that the CCP has no intention of compromising with protesters in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong Police: Triads Infiltrated Occupy Movement
By Shannon Tiezzi
The news confirms suspicions that organized crime groups helped foment violence against the protestors.
China Claims US Behind Hong Kong Protests
By Zachary Keck
The Chinese Communist Party's official newspaper claims the U.S. is trying to foment a "color revolution" in Hong Kong.
Making Sense of Hong Kong's 'Revolution'
By Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck
U.S. editors Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck are joined by Shannon Tiezzi to discuss the Hong Kong protests.
How to Save Occupy Central
By Ivana Karásková and Alice Rezková
It's increasingly clear the Hong Kong movement is failing, but there's still time for its leaders to save it.
Hong Kong’s Protests Are Not About the Economy, Stupid
By Alvin Y. H. Cheung
Hongkongers aren't protesting because of economic resentment toward mainland China.
How to Avoid Repeating the Tragedy of Tiananmen Square in Hong Kong
By Chen Dingding and Wang Jianwei
The Chinese government will not repeat the tragedy of 1989 in Hong Kong in 2014.
Occupy Central Is Doomed to Fail
By Zachary Keck
The Communist Party will not allow completely free and fair elections in Hong Kong -- period.
Why CY Leung’s Days Could be Numbered
By Malte Philipp Kaeding
With few options, China could sell CY Leung out to restore order in Hong Kong.
Tear Gas, Arrests Mark Beginning of Hong Kong's Occupy Central Protests
By Tyler Roney
The Diplomat's Tyler Roney reports from the ground in Hong Kong.
Chinese President Xi Won't Back Down on Hong Kong Elections
By Shannon Tiezzi
Meeting with a business delegation from Hong Kong, Xi Jinping made it clear Beijing does not intend to compromise.
Trouble in Hong Kong: Beyond the Election Draft Rules
By Jin Kai
Arguments over Hong Kong's 2017 elections mask deeper problems in Hong Kong-mainland relations.
The Battle for the Soul of Hong Kong
By Alvin Y. H. Cheung
Beijing’s hardline stance has set the stage for a dramatic showdown with Hong Kong’s democrats.
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