Leung, who was jailed in 2018, first used a slogan that was popular during the 2019 protests and has since been declared illegal.
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The Dance Of Democracy In Nepal
Nepal’s ruling coalition has been pottering with announcing March 2022 elections because two of its members want it postponed.
Hong Kong Journalists Remain Defiant Despite Media Clampdown
After two independent media outlets shut down in Hong Kong in recent weeks, journalists speak of witnessing the end of an era.
Southeast Asia’s Autocrats Create An Alliance Against Democracy
Myanmar’s opposition has harshly criticized the leader of Cambodia, Prime Minister Hun Sen, for attempting to legitimize the ruling junta.
Dire Year For Human Rights In China In 2022
China’s communist party has no regard for human rights. However, 2022 is set to be a particularly dire year for human rights in China.
North Korea Claims Kim Jong Il Invented Burritos
North Korean state media has aired propaganda which claims Kim Jong-Il invented “wheat wraps,” which closely resemble burritos.
Hair Loss Treatment For Votes? South Korea’s Hairy Debate
The presidential candidate for South Korea’s ruling party started a debate this week over public healthcare insurance for hair loss.
South Korean Chip Companies Step Up US Lobbying Efforts
To ease tensions between the US and China for trade motives, South Korean chipmakers are increasing lobbying efforts in Washington.
Russia Labels Pussy Riot Members Foreign Agents
Two members of the popular poppunk activist group Pussy Riot have been listed as “foreign agents” by the Russian government.
Myanmar Jails Celebrities Who Supported Democracy Protests
A court in Myanmar has sentenced three prominent celebrities to three years in prison apiece for their roles in anti-coup rallies.