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Nov 26 2019
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Hong Kong Elections
“Hong Kong’s leader said on Monday she would listen to public opinion after a landslide election victory by opponents of Chinese rule amid months of sometimes violent pro-democracy unrest… Democratic candidates secured almost 90% of 452 district council seats in Sunday’s poll.” (Reuters)
Both sides see the vote as a repudiation of China, and note that further challenges remain:
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The Flip SideOct 01 2019
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Hong Kong Protests
“Hong Kong was in lockdown on Tuesday, with barricades in the city center, shuttered stores and a heavy riot police presence, as authorities scrambled to ensure protests do not overshadow China’s National Day festivities in Beijing. The former British colony has been wracked by nearly four months of street clashes and demonstrations.” Reuters
Both sides are applauding the protestors and
The Flip SideAug 13 2019
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Hong Kong Protests
“Hong Kong’s Airport Authority has canceled all flights not yet checked in by Monday afternoon, the agency said, as anti-government protesters peacefully demonstrated at the airport for a fourth day.” (Reuters)
The left supports the protesters and worries that without international pressure, escalation from China, including violence, is likely.
“At first glance, the intensifying
The Flip SideJun 14 2019
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Hong Kong Protests
“Hundreds of thousands of protesters marched through Hong Kong [last] Sunday to voice their opposition to legislation that would allow people to be extradited to mainland China where they could face politically charged trials.” (AP News)
Despite the odds, both sides are cheering the protestors in their fight against China:
“For any protest anywhere, a million marchers would be
The Flip SideFeb 04 2024
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Love and heartbreak as 'King' Messi's Inter Miami hit Hong Kong
HONG KONG, Feb 4 (Reuters) - Lionel Messi's three days of adulation in Hong Kong ended in heartbreak for his fans as the Argentine did not take to the field in Inter Miami's 4-1 win against a local League XI in a friendly played in front of a sellout crowd on Sunday. Messi was on the bench along with former Barcelona striker Luis Suarez, but neither were brought on. There had been concerns
ReutersJun 19 2023
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Hong Kong Stocks Start With A Loss
Hong Kong stocks opened slightly lower Tuesday morning after China cut a key benchmark interest rate less than forecast, disappointing traders hoping for more action by leaders to kickstart growth in the troubled economy.
The Hang Seng Index dipped 0.29 percent, or 57.50 points, to 19,855.39.
The Shanghai Composite Index lost 0.23 percent, or 7.64 points, to 3,248.16, while the
Barron'sSep 26 2023
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Hong Kong Stocks Extend Losses At Close
Hong Kong stocks suffered another hefty loss Tuesday on growing concerns about another Federal Reserve interest rate hike, while China's property crisis added to the weak sentiment.
The Hang Seng Index tumbled 1.48 percent, or 262.39 points, to close at 17,466.90.
The Shanghai Composite Index dipped 0.43 percent, or 13.33 points, to 3,102.27, while the Shenzhen Composite Index on
Barron'sFeb 07 2024
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Lionel Messi, Inter Miami face questions from Hong Kong government
The Hong Kong government demanded answers from Inter Miami CF and Lionel Messi on Wednesday after the Argentine played in a friendly in Japan just three days after missing a similar exhibition match in its country. Hong Kong's Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau said in a statement that, like the fans, it was very disappointed that Messi could not play in Hong Kong due to injury. - Stream on
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