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Hongkonger in Exile: "I use my lifetime to defend the Hongkonger identity"
Part 1:
https://publielectoral.lat/guardiansofhongkong/27836
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#SunnyCheung Kwan-yang was a former spokesman of #NetworkDIPLO who was active in international lobbying. He decided to leave Hong Kong in August 2020 for a life of exile.
In an interview in 2020, Chrung expressed he missed the time of setting street booths during elections in Hong Kong. In contrast to dealing with high-rank politicians in international lobbying now, he was at that time really getting in touch with Hongkongers, chatting with passers-by, and enjoying snacks from supporters. ‘Interacting with the people, talking to them closely, are what I treasure.’
While he is now abroad and safe, the fact that his comrades-in-arms are being arrested one after another makes him feel guilty and struggling. ‘Was it a correct decision to leave Hong Kong? Have I abandoned my comrades-in-arms?’ Upheavals in Hong Kong sadden him. ‘Lonely exile. No more connection with people in Hong Kong. As a stranger, everything needs to start from scratch.’
‘Every day I need to remind myself not to indulge in sadness. I need to become stronger.’
Asked if he had any words for the brothers in Hong Kong, he wanted to say ‘cheers and take care’, but held his tongue on second thought.
‘As a matter of fact, efforts we make abroad are always cheap. We can only play the role of supporter. We talk about solidarity and support, cheering up brothers and sisters, and asking them to take care, but except talking we can do nothing else…’ He advised Hongkongers that ‘despite the feebleness, gloom and absurdity of reality, [Hongkongers] still choose to be hopeful. It is all because hope forms the very basis of survival and resistance. This hope is the very source of strength.’
‘During exile, I reshuffle my life, which is a process of spiritual awakening. I will hold on to my faith, and use my lifetime to defend the Hongkonger identity.’
Living abroad and bearing in heart Hong Kong his homeland – this is Cheung’s promise to Hong Kong.
Source: Stand News #Dec29
https://bit.ly/2KRH9sg
Hongkonger in Exile: "I use my lifetime to defend the Hongkonger identity"
Part 1:
https://publielectoral.lat/guardiansofhongkong/27836
Part 2:
#SunnyCheung Kwan-yang was a former spokesman of #NetworkDIPLO who was active in international lobbying. He decided to leave Hong Kong in August 2020 for a life of exile.
In an interview in 2020, Chrung expressed he missed the time of setting street booths during elections in Hong Kong. In contrast to dealing with high-rank politicians in international lobbying now, he was at that time really getting in touch with Hongkongers, chatting with passers-by, and enjoying snacks from supporters. ‘Interacting with the people, talking to them closely, are what I treasure.’
While he is now abroad and safe, the fact that his comrades-in-arms are being arrested one after another makes him feel guilty and struggling. ‘Was it a correct decision to leave Hong Kong? Have I abandoned my comrades-in-arms?’ Upheavals in Hong Kong sadden him. ‘Lonely exile. No more connection with people in Hong Kong. As a stranger, everything needs to start from scratch.’
‘Every day I need to remind myself not to indulge in sadness. I need to become stronger.’
Asked if he had any words for the brothers in Hong Kong, he wanted to say ‘cheers and take care’, but held his tongue on second thought.
‘As a matter of fact, efforts we make abroad are always cheap. We can only play the role of supporter. We talk about solidarity and support, cheering up brothers and sisters, and asking them to take care, but except talking we can do nothing else…’ He advised Hongkongers that ‘despite the feebleness, gloom and absurdity of reality, [Hongkongers] still choose to be hopeful. It is all because hope forms the very basis of survival and resistance. This hope is the very source of strength.’
‘During exile, I reshuffle my life, which is a process of spiritual awakening. I will hold on to my faith, and use my lifetime to defend the Hongkonger identity.’
Living abroad and bearing in heart Hong Kong his homeland – this is Cheung’s promise to Hong Kong.
Source: Stand News #Dec29
https://bit.ly/2KRH9sg
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The China-imposed National Security Law has driven fear into the hearts of many people in Hong Kong. In the past few months, “Immigration”…
Movement should be localized — Exiled Hongkonger Sunny Cheung’s resistance imagination
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The China-imposed National Security Law has driven fear into the hearts of many people in Hong Kong. In the past few months, “Immigration”…
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#StandNews Thanks Hongkongers for Their Support Despite Political Oppression
On December 29, 2021, Stand News has announced ceasing their operations and laying off all staff immediately after the police arrested a number of current and former management staff and freezing their assets.
The 7 arrested are the former and acting editors-in-chief of Stand News, Chung Pui-kuen and Patrick Lam, four former board members – singer Denise Ho, barrister Margaret Ng, Christine Fang and Chow Tat-chi – and former Apple Daily executive Chan Pui-man, a former contributor.
Deputy assignment editor Ronson Chan briefly spoke to reporters as was leaving the Stand News office around 5pm. With tears in his eyes, he called it a "sad day", and thanked readers for their support.
Read more:
https://publielectoral.lat/guardiansofhongkong/31751
Source: Citizen News #Dec29
#Media #PoliticalOppression #PressFreedom #Regime #Arrest #PoliceState #PoliticalProsecution
On December 29, 2021, Stand News has announced ceasing their operations and laying off all staff immediately after the police arrested a number of current and former management staff and freezing their assets.
The 7 arrested are the former and acting editors-in-chief of Stand News, Chung Pui-kuen and Patrick Lam, four former board members – singer Denise Ho, barrister Margaret Ng, Christine Fang and Chow Tat-chi – and former Apple Daily executive Chan Pui-man, a former contributor.
Deputy assignment editor Ronson Chan briefly spoke to reporters as was leaving the Stand News office around 5pm. With tears in his eyes, he called it a "sad day", and thanked readers for their support.
Read more:
https://publielectoral.lat/guardiansofhongkong/31751
Source: Citizen News #Dec29
#Media #PoliticalOppression #PressFreedom #Regime #Arrest #PoliceState #PoliticalProsecution
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Pro-democracy Hong Kong Singer #DeniseHo Arrested by National Secutity Police: I feel Alright
On December 29, 2021, the National Security Police in Hong Kong arrested singer #DeniseHo and 5 other current and former #StandNews senior personnel.
The authorities accused them of "conspiring to publish seditious publications."
Through the administrator of her facrbook page, after the arrest Denise Ho told Hongkongers, "I feel alright. To those who care about me, please don’t be worried."
Source: Yseedsmedia #Dec29
#HOCC #Media #PoliceState #Regime #Arrest
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Hong Kong National Security raid pro-democracy newspaper, arrested 6 senior staff
https://publielectoral.lat/guardiansofhongkong/31751
Hong Kong Authorities' #Crackdown on #StandNews
https://publielectoral.lat/guardiansofhongkong/31752
#StandNews Thanks Hongkongers for Their Support Despite Political Oppression
https://publielectoral.lat/guardiansofhongkong/31765
On December 29, 2021, the National Security Police in Hong Kong arrested singer #DeniseHo and 5 other current and former #StandNews senior personnel.
The authorities accused them of "conspiring to publish seditious publications."
Through the administrator of her facrbook page, after the arrest Denise Ho told Hongkongers, "I feel alright. To those who care about me, please don’t be worried."
Source: Yseedsmedia #Dec29
#HOCC #Media #PoliceState #Regime #Arrest
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Related News:
Stand News: Operation ceased; social media accounts will be removed
https://publielectoral.lat/guardiansofhongkong/31757
Hong Kong National Security raid pro-democracy newspaper, arrested 6 senior staff
https://publielectoral.lat/guardiansofhongkong/31751
Hong Kong Authorities' #Crackdown on #StandNews
https://publielectoral.lat/guardiansofhongkong/31752
#StandNews Thanks Hongkongers for Their Support Despite Political Oppression
https://publielectoral.lat/guardiansofhongkong/31765
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Hongkongers Express Gratitude to #StandNews
[Editor's notes: The following open letter to Stand News was published by Liber Research, an independent research organization in Hong Kong with a focus on local studies. Liber Research expressed gratitude to Stand News in the past years for defending the freedom of the press and information in Hong Kong.
Stand News was forced to shut down on December 29, 2021 after the Hong Kong authorities arrested 7 current and former senior staff of the news outlet on the same day.]
"Thank you so much, Stand News, for reporting local news and publishing our studies over the years.
The articles, videos, news reports, webcasts, commentaries, investigative reports, and interviews of Stand News enabled our research to be covered every few days.
With the support of Stand News, our work has become all rounded.
Stand News never neglects the burning issues in Hong Kong society. Professional investigations, in-depth interviews, local sensitivity, topical issues, and reflective discussions had defintely made Stand News a legend despite difficult times.
The sudden closure of Stand News will make civic organisations lose their key dissemination platform, impacting on how social reality could be reflected in the long run.
Following the deterioration of the media freedom in Hong Kong this year, Hongkongers can see the changes of information dissemination.
It is quite certain that the closure of Stand News will further restrict information flow with regard to public issues, especially for critical studies. Room for publication with depth and breadth is diminishing.
Regardless, let us wish best of luck to all Stand News journalists. Let us treasure what's left and keep each other in company until the very end.
'As long as local opinions persist, no one can cover the sun with one finger.'"
Source: Liber Research #Dec29
#PressFreedom #Research #Regime #PoliceState
Hongkongers Express Gratitude to #StandNews
[Editor's notes: The following open letter to Stand News was published by Liber Research, an independent research organization in Hong Kong with a focus on local studies. Liber Research expressed gratitude to Stand News in the past years for defending the freedom of the press and information in Hong Kong.
Stand News was forced to shut down on December 29, 2021 after the Hong Kong authorities arrested 7 current and former senior staff of the news outlet on the same day.]
"Thank you so much, Stand News, for reporting local news and publishing our studies over the years.
The articles, videos, news reports, webcasts, commentaries, investigative reports, and interviews of Stand News enabled our research to be covered every few days.
With the support of Stand News, our work has become all rounded.
Stand News never neglects the burning issues in Hong Kong society. Professional investigations, in-depth interviews, local sensitivity, topical issues, and reflective discussions had defintely made Stand News a legend despite difficult times.
The sudden closure of Stand News will make civic organisations lose their key dissemination platform, impacting on how social reality could be reflected in the long run.
Following the deterioration of the media freedom in Hong Kong this year, Hongkongers can see the changes of information dissemination.
It is quite certain that the closure of Stand News will further restrict information flow with regard to public issues, especially for critical studies. Room for publication with depth and breadth is diminishing.
Regardless, let us wish best of luck to all Stand News journalists. Let us treasure what's left and keep each other in company until the very end.
'As long as local opinions persist, no one can cover the sun with one finger.'"
Source: Liber Research #Dec29
#PressFreedom #Research #Regime #PoliceState