BREAKING: Beijing approves resolution to impose electoral overhaul on Hong Kong
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Beijing approves resolution to overhaul Hong Kong's elections - candidates to be vetted | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
China’s top legislature approved a resolution on Thursday to overhaul Hong Kong’s electoral system, as part of a bid to ensure only “patriots” hold power in the city. Critics say the move will further suppress opposition in Hong Kong by hindering pro-democracy…
‘In an unjust society the only place for a just man is in prison’ – Hong Kong is getting there
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'In an unjust society the only place for a just man is in prison' - Hong Kong is getting there | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Not for the first time, we find ourselves wondering if the Rule of Law is being abused by our rulers, much though they claim to cherish it Consider the case of the 47 suspects charged last week with offences against the national security law. I have nothing…
‘Less democratic than ever’: Politicians and the int’l community react to Hong Kong’s election overhaul
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'Less democratic than ever': Politicians and the int'l community react to Hong Kong's election overhaul | Hong Kong Free Press…
China’s top legislature has approved a drastic overhaul of Hong Kong’s election system to ensure that only “patriots” govern the city. Supporters believe it will promote stability in the wake of widespread protests, while critics say pan-democrats will be…
Hong Kong broadcaster RTHK cancels programme set to discuss Beijing’s electoral overhaul – report
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Hong Kong broadcaster RTHK cancels programme set to discuss Beijing's electoral overhaul - report | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Hong Kong’s public broadcaster RTHK made a last-minute decision to cancel a programme which would have featured a panel discussion of Beijing’s plans for a drastic election overhaul, according to a report. The broadcast of LegCo Review was axed less than…
Covid-19: Around 60 new infections expected in Hong Kong, most linked to gym cluster
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Covid-19: Hong Kong reports 60 new infections, 47 linked to gym cluster
Hong Kong reported around 60 new Covid-19 infections on Friday, 47 of them linked to the cluster originating at Ursus Fitness gym in Sai Ying Pun, according to the Centre for Health Protection. The…
Hong Kong electoral overhaul is ‘minimally invasive surgery,’ Beijing official claims
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Hong Kong electoral overhaul is 'minimally invasive surgery,' Beijing official claims | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Senior Beijing official Zhang Xiaoming on Friday likened the overhaul of Hong Kong’s electoral system to a “minimally invasive surgery,” saying the move would end turbulence in the city and allow it to have a “speedy recovery.” The deputy director of the…
Reporters at Macau broadcaster told to support ‘Hong Kong governed by patriots’, ordered not to oppose the authorities
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Reporters at Macau broadcaster told to support 'Hong Kong governed by patriots', ordered not to oppose the authorities | Hong Kong…
Portuguese reporters at Macau’s largest TV and radio broadcaster have been given new guidelines requiring them to support the principle of “patriots ruling Hong Kong,” and staff have been told not to disclose information or express opinions contrary to the…
Democrats remanded in custody after judge upholds decision to deny bail
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Democrats remanded in custody after judge upholds decision to deny bail | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Twenty-one of the 47 democrats who have been charged under the national security law will remain in custody following a court hearing on Friday, after they were either denied bail once again or withdrew their applications. Scores of people gathered at West…
The X-factor in China’s declaration of victory against poverty
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The X-factor in China's declaration of victory against poverty | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Since December 4 last year, when Xi Jinping declared China’s victory in the fight against poverty during a meeting of the Politburo Standing Committee, this claimed victory has been a centrepiece of the CCP’s propaganda efforts, both domestically and globally.…
G7 powers urge China to end ‘oppression’ in Hong Kong and honour commitments
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G7 powers urge China to end 'oppression' in Hong Kong and honour commitments | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Group of Seven powers on Friday demanded that China honour commitments in Hong Kong and end “oppression” against democratic activists after Beijing forced sweeping changes of the city’s election system. Beijing’s rubber-stamp parliament on Thursday passed…
HKFP Guide: How to buy Bitcoin in Hong Kong
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HKFP Guide: How to buy Bitcoin in Hong Kong
By Leonhard Weese, Bitcoin Association of Hong Kong Buying Bitcoin safely, conveniently and cheaply is still difficult in Hong Kong. While its legal status as a virtual currency is clear, banks and…
We have no say in Hong Kong’s electoral changes but let’s make the best of them
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We have no say in Hong Kong's electoral changes but let's make the best of them | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
With the National People’s Congress decision on electoral arrangements for Hong Kong, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has brought its Leninist view of democracy to the city. This view focuses on results. The mainland is presumed to be democratic because…
The dream of genuine universal suffrage in Hong Kong is gone for good, but can the democracy movement survive?
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The dream of genuine universal suffrage in Hong Kong is gone for good, but can the democracy movement survive?
Hong Kong’s current democracy movement began long ago, in the early 1980s, soon after Beijing’s demand for the city’s return became known. The reformers were a mixed lot, some young, some not…
Video: Clock ticking on Hong Kong’s landfills amid huge shortfall in recycling
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Video: Clock ticking on Hong Kong’s landfills amid huge shortfall in recycling
By Geoffrey Knoell As Hong Kong’s population grows, so does the amount of waste generated. Landfills are reaching capacity, yet there is a still a huge shortfall in recycling. HKFP speaks to District Councillor Paul Zimmerman and Executive Council Convenor…
Hong Kong court grants bail to three democrats pending subversion trial, two ex-lawmakers remain in custody
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Hong Kong court grants bail to three democrats pending subversion trial, two ex-lawmakers remain in custody | Hong Kong Free Press…
Hong Kong’s High Court on Saturday approved the release on bail of three democrats, who are among a group of 47 charged with subversion under the national security law, but two former legislators were ordered to remain in custody pending trial. The court…
Jazz noodling: Hong Kong band streams inside cramped restaurant
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Jazz noodling: Hong Kong band streams inside cramped restaurant | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
In a densely populated city with notoriously high rents, Hong Kong’s musicians are used to playing cramped stages. But few venues are quite as pokey — or unorthodox — as Yuen Hing Lung noodles. On a recent weekday night a jazz band was in full swing inside…
The Hongkonger and her spouse struggling to save democracy in Myanmar
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The Hongkonger and her spouse struggling to save democracy in Myanmar | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
Hongkonger Zoe and her partner Hein – a citizen of Myanmar – decided back in 2014 to move from the United States to the Southeast Asian country in hopes it was ready to take off after almost half a century of military rule. The junta which had been in power…
Macau authorities must start taking human rights seriously
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Macau authorities must start taking human rights seriously | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
To the Macau police, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) seems to be no more than a piece of paper to be ignored as they wish, as evidenced by yet another depressing decision. A couple of non-resident workers sought to hold a…
Ex-Taiwan president says One Country, Two Systems in Hong Kong is ‘history’ amid election overhaul
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Ex-Taiwan president says One Country, Two Systems in Hong Kong is 'history' amid election overhaul | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP
A former Taiwanese president who once favoured closer ties with China said Friday that One Country, Two Systems in Hong Kong is dead after Beijing announced major changes to the city’s electoral system. Ma Ying-jeou, of the Kuomintang (KMT) party which is…
Screening of Hong Kong Poly U siege documentary slammed by pro-Beijing newspaper
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Screening of Hong Kong Poly U siege documentary slammed by pro-Beijing newspaper
A pro-Beijing newspaper has urged the government to ban the screening of a documentary about a violent campus clash between student protesters and police in 2019, saying the film may violate the na…