Hong Kong is pulling democracy books from library shelves. This is taking place as China takes measures to end democracy in the city.
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.
Why Is China’s Xi Jinping So Afraid Of Hong Kong?
Xi Jinping has unleashed a flurry of measures to crackdown Hong Kong’s democracy protests which rather expose his fear of the city.
China’s Campaign Against Democracy Activist Benny Tai
If you believe the Chinese regime, Benny Tai is the mastermind and main suspect who has conspired to undermine Chinese state control.
Hong Kong Democracy Activist Joshua Wong Jailed
Joshua Wong, a Hong Kong pro-democracy protester, was sentenced to four months in prison today for “unauthorized assembly”.
Online Art Project Highlights Hong Kong Democracy Protests
Two Hong Kong-born artists in Canada are leading a pro-democracy online art project: “be water: collected memories of our hong kong.”
China Blasts UK For Granting Asylum To Hong Kong Activist
After granting asylum to Hong Kong activist and former politician Nathan Law, China has accused the UK of harboring a “terrorist suspect.”
‘Milk Tea Alliance’ Brews Democracy Online Across Asia
From Myanmar to Hong Kong, youth seeking democracy are organizing themselves online around milk tea, a traditional regional beverage.
Court Convicts 7 Prominent Hong Kong Democracy Activists
A judge in Hong Kong on Thursday convicted seven pro-democracy protest leaders including Jimmy Lai.
China Sharply Reduces Elected Seats In the Hong Kong Legislature
China has sharply reduced the number of elected seats in Hong Kong’s legislature, a setback for Hong Kong’s besieged democracy movement.
No Oscars Or Sensitive Art Spark Hong Kong Censorship Fears
New decisions in Hong Kong have ignited fears Beijing’s crackdown on opposition in the city is expanding to entertainment, arts sectors.