Germany grants asylum to Hong Kong student arrested for ‘rioting,’ activist group says
Germany has granted asylum to a university student who was arrested for “rioting” in connection with last year’s pro-democracy protests, an activist group has said. The German Federal Office for Migration and Refugees granted a three-year refugee status to a 22-year-old unidentified Chinese University of Hong Kong student last Wednesday, according to a Facebook post […]
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Embracing gay marriage will promote social stability and economic prosperity in Hong Kong
By Jerome Yau Marriage is a prominent and cherished institution in human society. Across different cultures and civilisations, marriage is the ultimate expression of love and fidelity. It enriches society and serves as the foundation for a family. Same-sex marriage is nothing new. Records of same-sex unions can be found in Eastern and Western literature. […]
Chief Exec. Carrie Lam has a unique opportunity to save the 12 detained Hongkongers in Shenzhen
As Hong Kong’s Chief Executive Carrie Lam accompanies Xi Jinping on his visit to Shenzhen on Wednesday, she has a rare opportunity to do something to help a small group of very vulnerable Hong Kong citizens in grave danger. She could appeal directly and personally to China’s President to ease the plight of 12 Hong […]
Hong Kong’s separation of powers – is it a deer or a horse? The judiciary stays silent
By Ronald Chiu In his 18-page statement on essential principles governing the administration of justice in Hong Kong, Chief Justice Geoffrey Ma takes us through the constitutional backdrop to the rule of law, the independence of the judiciary, and the impartiality of judges, etc, etc, etc, alongside many other substantive rules of our cherished legal […]
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Why women face a battle to level up in Hong Kong’s e-gaming scene
By Salomé Grouard With at least 225 video games set in the territory, Hong Kong is the favourite location of many designers. And why wouldn’t it be? The city is a singular sight, with densely-packed streets, modern skyscrapers and a unique southern Chinese heritage. It’s the perfect backdrop. Paradoxically, the city’s professional gaming community lacks […]
In Pictures: University of Hong Kong tears down pro-democracy message board as campuses become free speech battleground
Hong Kong students are fearful that campuses could become a free speech battleground after authorities at the city’s most prestigious university tore down a “Lennon Wall” once plastered with messages of support for pro-democracy protesters. The walls were created to display articles, photos and posters to show solidarity with last year’s demonstrators, many of whom […]
Paranoia, depression, PTSD: What a year of dissent and police crackdowns means for the mental health of Hong Kong protesters
By Sebastian Skov Andersen and Joyce Leung It’s been a long year for supporters of democracy in Hong Kong. Like a viral comic that made the rounds on social media put it: “Before we go to sleep, we check the news, and when we wake up, we do the same. The day starts with worries and […]
‘Desperate times, desperate measures’: The Hong Kong protesters who want Trump to win a second term
By Sebastian Skov Andersen and Joyce Leung Next month’s US presidential election will be among the most closely watched in Hong Kong’s history. While Donald Trump is currently trailing in opinion polls, some pro-democracy supporters believe that only his re-election will guarantee the city’s continued existence as an entity distinct from mainland China. At many […]
Hong Kong green groups criticise HK Express plan for ‘flights to nowhere’ amid pandemic
Hong Kong green groups have criticised a budget airline’s plan for “flights to nowhere” to cater for travel-lovers who have been earthbound during the Covid-19 pandemic. HK Express last month announced plans for three tours each lasting 90 minutes over the city – dubbed “UOFlycation” – to bring back the “memories of travel.” “Owing to […]
Pro-protest Zuitable offers tailor-made response to the plight of Hong Kong’s young demonstrators
Appearing in court was a nerve-racking experience for 24-year-old Ng, one of the thousands of Hongkongers arrested during more than a year of protests. But there was one consolation. “It was my first time to wear a shirt that fits,” Ng told HKFP with a grin on his face. He is one of scores of […]
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Pro-China nationalists use intimidation to silence critics in Australia – but can they be countered without stifling free speech?
By Yun Jiang Last month, the University of New South Wales came under harsh criticism after its media team deleted an article and tweet in which Elaine Pearson, the Australia director of Human Rights Watch, expressed concern over China’s curtailment of human rights in Hong Kong. The tweet enraged some in the Chinese student community […]
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