After two independent media outlets shut down in Hong Kong in recent weeks, journalists speak of witnessing the end of an era.
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After joining China, Hong Kong has struggled to maintain its democratic nature against pressures from the mainland but a determined pro-democracy population refuses to give ground. Keep an eye on this key city. Also check out our section on World Democracy.
Hong Kong News Outlet To Close Amid Crackdown
A Hong Kong online news site said Sunday it would cease operations due to deteriorating press freedoms in the once democratic city.
How China Snuffed Out Hong Kong Democracy
If Hong Kong was ever a democracy, 2021 witnessed the end of all forms of democratic practice in the city, courtesy of China.
Crime Against Democracy’: Danish Creator Of Tiananmen Statue
Hong Kong University officials have dismantled the ‘pillar of shame’ erected to memorialize the 1989 Tiananmen Square Massacre.
Turnout Down as Hong Kong Votes in ‘Patriots’-only Election
Efforts by Hong Kong authorities and last-ditch canvassing by candidates failed to improve turnout in “patriots”-only election on Sunday.
How China’s crackdown Is Changing Hong Kong’s Identity
Beijing’s crackdown on critical discourse has eroded Hong Kong’s unique identity with many self-censoring to avoid possible legal issues.
Are Democracies Losing Out To Authoritarian Regimes?
The world is increasingly authoritarian, Hong Kong embodying this shift. The big question: what are democracies doing about it?
Hong Kong Protest Film Wins At Chinese-Language Oscars
“Revolution of Our Times,” a Hong Kong protest film directed by Kiwi Chow, has won an award at the Chinese-Language Oscars in Taiwan.
How Hong Kong’s Elite Turned on Democracy
Some key figures in Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement now advocate for the abolition of Hong Kong’s limited voting rights.
Hong Kong elite vote in ‘patriots only’ election process
On Sunday Hong Kong formed the election committee ahead of the ‘patriots only’ election rule imposed by Chinese authorities in Beijing.