The last British governor of Hong Kong criticized the Chinese government on Friday over proposed national security legislation, calling it part of an “Orwellian" drive to ... ( read original story ...)
Patten says China pursuing ‘Orwellian’ agenda in Hong Kong
The last British governor of Hong Kong is criticizing the Chinese government over proposed national security legislation, saying it would violate the agreement on handing the territory over to Beijing ... ( read original story ...)
Is Boris Johnson Really Ready to Take in Millions of People from Hong Kong?
On its face, this is a bold move. But in classic Johnson fashion, the detail has yet to be revealed. It might yet turn out that the British offer is not quite as generous as some media portrayals have ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s last British governor likens city’s democrats to Mandela, King
The last British colonial governor of Hong Kong said the city's democrats are on the same side of history as Nelson Mandela and Martin Luther King, and blamed Chinese President Xi Jinping for ... ( read original story ...)
North Korea’s top diplomat endorses China’s Hong Kong policy
North Korea's top diplomat said Pyongyang supports the Chinese government on the "Hong Kong issue," state media said. ( read original story ...)
Bourse chief says Hong Kong to benefit from ‘less friendly’ Washington
The comments by Charles Li, the outgoing chief executive of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing, come as the Trump administration increases efforts to push Chinese companies out of America’s capital ... ( read original story ...)
Lessons for American Police From Hong Kong
For most of last year, life here was intertwined with protests. Those not attending demonstrations might have found themselves caught in the middle of a police clearance operation, with officers ... ( read original story ...)
North Korea expresses support for China’s measures in Hong Kong
North Korea's foreign minister met with the Chinese ambassador to express support for China's measures in Hong Kong, North Korea's KCNA state news agency said on Friday. ( read original story ...)
News Quiz: Protests, Hong Kong, Primary Elections
Arlington National Cemetery The Martin Luther King Jr. memorial St. John’s Church Washington National Cathedral Which country said it would allow nearly three million people from Hong Kong to live and ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong’s Free Media Fears Being Silenced by China’s National Security Law
Lai and some other members of the media fear the new legislation - which has not yet been set out in detail - will make Hong Kong more like mainland China, where the ruling Commun ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong restaurant group’s Covid-19 bible sweeps the world
As restaurants around the world attempt to reopen safely amid the coronavirus pandemic, one valuable resource is now making the rounds amongst them. It's called the "Covid-19 Playbook," creeated by ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong air cargo drug seizures jump 165 per cent in first five months as Covid-19 restrictions prevent couriers from flying into city
Nearly HK$320 million (US$41 million) worth of illegal drugs has been seized from air cargo mailed into and out of Hong Kong so far this year, as coronavirus travel restrictions have forced drug ... ( read original story ...)
Hundreds gather in Hong Kong to commemorate anniversary of Tiananmen Square massacre
Hundreds of protesters gathered in Hong Kong to remember the 31st anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre when Chinese troops opened fire on a student-led protest. NBC News’ Janis Mackey Frayer ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong passes bill making it a crime to disrespect China’s national anthem
Hong Kong passed a law Thursday making it a crime to disrespect China’s national anthem, but pro-democracy activists disregarded the new rules and proceeded to hold a candlelight vigil in Victoria ... ( read original story ...)