Since 2014, the simple brolly has been an emblem of Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests, first used as a method of speech.
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Can Hong Kong’s Civil Liberties Survive Another Year?
Hong Kong’s civil liberties are at risk, with free speech stifled and police given the power to arrest people who oppose the government.
Hong Kong Book Fair Sees Self-Censorship
Booksellers at Hong Kong’s annual book fair have indulged in self-censorship, offering a reduced selection of “politically sensitive” books.
Democracy Attacked as World Battles COVID
While the world was distracted with COVID-19 democracy was quietly being attacked globally such as in Hungary, Brazil, Belarus, China.
China bans pro-democracy candidates in Macau elections
China has banned pro-democracy candidates from Macau elections. This follows China’s anti-democracy end game in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong Democracy Activists Face September Trial
47 Hong Kong pro-democracy activists will go on trial September after prosecutors were given more time to build a case against them.
Hong Kong’s Tiananmen Museum Shut Down
The Hong Kong museum commemorating China’s deadly 1989 crackdown on pro-democracy protests closed Wednesday three days after opening.
Hong Kong Democracy Activist Still Pushing for Change
China has emptied Hong Kong of its democratic content. However, pockets of resistance exist and many are still pushing for change.
Chinese Students In Australia Threatened By Beijing
Pro-democracy Chinese students in Australia have been tracked, harassed, and intimidated by China’s government and sympathizers.
Some Still Hope For Democracy In Hong Kong
China’s has intensified its crackdown on democracy activists in Hong Kong. However, some still hope that democracy can prevail.