Politics of Hong Kong
Aircraft carrier visit to Hong Kong likely heralds new era in
Following this weekend's historic visit of China's first aircraft carrier, Hong Kong is expected to play host to more frequent military displays as Beijing seeks new ways of forging nationalist sentiment across the free-wheeling financial hub.
New China-backed leader of Hong Kong says no room for independence
Hong Kong leader-elect Carrie Lam said on April 11 there is no room for moves towards independence in the former British colony which she said needs the support of the central government in Beijing to boost economic development over the next five years.
Hong Kong backs China bid to bar rebel lawmakers
Hong Kong's leader said Nov. 7 he would "fully implement" a ruling by Beijing which effectively bars two elected pro-independence lawmakers from the city's legislature after they deliberately misread their oaths of office.
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Rebel Hong Kong lawmakers challenge China in parliament
Hong Kong rebel lawmakers swore, shouted, banged drums and railed against "tyranny" Oct. 12 when they took their oaths of office in the city's parliament, as calls grow for a split from Beijing.
Anti-China activists gain foothold in Hong Kong poll
Several pro-independence candidates won seats in Hong Kong's legislative election which saw a record turnout of 2.2 million voters in the Chinese-controlled city on Sept.4, a result likely to further strain ties with Communist Party rulers in Beijing.
'Missing' bookseller Lee Bo returned to Hong Kong: officials
Hong Kong bookseller Lee Bo who disappeared from the city and surfaced in mainland China has returned, police said on March 24, the latest twist in a case that has provoked anger over China's interference in the city.
Democracy camp seeks new direction at Hong Kong protest march
Tens of thousands joined a pro-democracy march on July 1 on the anniversary of Hong Kong's handover to China, in what organisers described as an opportunity to work out the movement's next step as momentum wanes.
Hong Kong vetoes China-backed electoral reform proposal
Hong Kong's legislature on June 18 vetoed a China-vetted electoral reform package that had been criticized by opposition pro-democracy lawmakers and activists as undemocratic, potentially easing the prospect of fresh mass protests.
Hong Kong democracy groups take to streets as key vote looms
Pro-democracy campaigners took to the streets of Hong Kong June 14, but in far smaller numbers than expected, before a vote on a political reform package that has divided the city and sparked mass protests.
Hong Kong protesters to rebuild 'Lennon Wall'
Pro-democracy protesters have vowed to rebuild the famous "Lennon Wall" which sat at the heart of Hong Kong's main protest camp, after it was swept clear by police.
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