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Hong Kong articles on Democracy Chronicles

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.

How China’s crackdown Is Changing Hong Kong’s Identity

by DC Editors - December 5, 2021

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.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Dictatorships, Hong Kong

Are Democracies Losing Out To Authoritarian Regimes?

by DC Editors - December 5, 2021

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?

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: China, Dictatorships, Hong Kong, Worldwide

Hong Kong Protest Film Wins At Chinese-Language Oscars

by DC Editors - November 30, 2021

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.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: China, Hong Kong, Political Artwork, Taiwan

How Hong Kong’s Elite Turned on Democracy

by DC Editors - October 25, 2021

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.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Dictatorships, Hong Kong

Hong Kong elite vote in ‘patriots only’ election process

by DC Editors - September 20, 2021

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.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Dictatorships, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Police Arrest Defiant Tiananmen Vigil Leaders

by DC Editors - September 20, 2021

Hong Kong Police Arrest Defiant Tiananmen Vigil Leaders

Hong Kong police on Wednesday arrested four leaders of the group that organized the city’s annual Tiananmen Square commemorations.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Democracy Protests, Hong Kong

Hongkongers Race To Archive Democracy Movement

by DC Editors - August 31, 2021

Hongkongers Race To Archive Democracy Movement

As the visible emblems of their opposition are scrubbed off the city’s streets, Hong Kong activists are working to save digital copies.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Democracy Protests, Hong Kong

Pro-Democracy Hong Kong Teachers’ Union Disbands 

by DC Editors - August 11, 2021

Pro-Democracy Hong Kong Teachers' Union Disbands 

The largest teachers’ union in Hong Kong disbanded Tuesday over the changing political climate and the continued assault on dissent.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Dictatorships, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Authorities Arrest Pro-Democracy Singer

by DC Editors - August 5, 2021

Hong Kong Authorities Arrest Pro-Democracy Singer

Hong Kong singer Anthony Wong has been arrested by authorities on grounds that he sang at a democracy rally three years ago.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Hong Kong, Political Dissidents

China Now Targeting Hong Kong Student Unions

by DC Editors - August 1, 2021

China Now Targeting Hong Kong Student Unions

Chinese authorities are cracking down on institutions, which they believe are breeding grounds for instability, including student unions.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Asia, China, Dictatorships, Education, Hong Kong

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