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Hong Kong
COVID Protests in China Rattle Global Markets
By Astha Rajvanshi
How Hong Kong Became China's Biggest COVID-19 Problem
By Chad de Guzman / Hong Kong
The Only Path Ahead for Hong Kong Is Reform
By John Mak and Brian Wong
Jailed Joshua Wong Vows Hong Kong's Struggle Will Continue
By Laignee barron / Hong Kong
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Hong Kong
Why There Is Still Hope for Hong Kong's Democracy Movement
Hong Kong's activists may seem vanquished, but the city has made fools of forecasters before argues Jeffrey Wasserstrom
By Jeffrey Wasserstrom
November 25, 2020
What Is the Future of Hong Kong's Democracy Movement?
The exit of opposition lawmakers from the legislature deepens anxieties about the territory's political future.
By Laignee Barron / Hong Kong
November 20, 2020
How U.S. Sanctions on Hong Kong Could Impact Banks
Finance houses operating in the global financial hub find themselves in a very difficult position.
By AMY GUNIA / HONG KONG
August 13, 2020
Lessons From Hong Kong's Decision to Postpone Elections
Local authorities cited the pandemic as the reason for postponing polls for a year—without consulting their own medical experts
By Laignee Barron / Hong Kong
August 7, 2020
How a Security Law Transformed Hong Kong in 1 Month
Throughout July, Beijing's national security law featured prominently in a sustained effort to quell political upheaval in Hong Kong
By laignee barron / Hong Kong
August 4, 2020
Hong Kong Faces Troubling Coronavirus Surge
Just a handful of locally-transmitted cases had been confirmed for several weeks before the number began ticking upwards about three weeks ago
By Amy Gunia / Hong Kong
July 27, 2020
The Chilling Effect of Hong Kong's New Security Law
Since the enactment of the law at the end of June, a sense of fear and uncertainty has taken hold in Hong Kong
By Laignee Barron / Hong Kong
July 23, 2020
Impact of Security Law on H.K. Democracy Movement
The legislation’s full text targets secession, subversion, terrorism and collusion with foreign forces
By AMY GUNIA / HONG KONG
July 8, 2020
Hong Kong Security Law Passes
The swiftly enacted legislation grants Beijing broad new powers to quell the protest movement that engulfed the city last year
By AMY GUNIA / HONG KONG
June 29, 2020
Hong Kong Protest Anniversary: What's Changed
Desperation forces some to call for a break from China
By TIME Staff
June 9, 2020
Hongkongers Commemorate Tiananmen Anniversary Despite Ban
Many fear it will be the last year they are allowed to commemorate the 1989 killings in Beijing's Tiananmen Square
By AMY GUNIA / HONG KONG
June 4, 2020
How Hong Kong's Loss of 'Special Status' Could Hit Business
Hong Kong risks becoming a casualty in the emerging cold war between Washington and Beijing
By AMY GUNIA / HONG KONG
May 29, 2020
'A Sad Result.' U.S. Says Hong Kong No Longer Autonomous
One leading pro-democracy figure thanked Washington, others said the move was bad news for Hong Kong people
By AMY GUNIA / HONG KONG
May 28, 2020
Hong Kong Anthem Bill Sparks Renewed Protests
Hong Kong's national anthem bill would make booing China's anthem punishable by three years in jail. It's sparking renewed protests
By AMY GUNIA / HONG KONG
May 26, 2020
Here's How Restaurants Are Keeping Diners Safe in Hong Kong
Hong Kong hasn't recorded a cluster of coronavirus cases related to restaurants since late March. Here's how eateries are protecting customers
By Amy Gunia / Hong Kong
May 25, 2020
What to Know About the Hong Kong National Security Law
Chinese authorities announced on Thursday plans to bypass Hong Kong's legislature to enact a national security law that pro-democracy campaigners say is aimed at cracking down on dissent in the city
By Amy Gunia / Hong Kong
May 22, 2020
Pompeo Raises Issue of Hong Kong's Autonomy From Beijing
An annual report assesses whether Hong Kong remains sufficiently autonomous to warrant special economic treatment from the U.S.
By AMY GUNIA / HONG KONG
May 21, 2020
Hong Kong Public Broadcaster Suspends Satirical TV Show
A government body says that the program denigrated and insulted the police
By Amy Gunia / Hong Kong
May 20, 2020
H.K. Lawmakers Physically Fight for Control of Chair of Key Committee
It's the latest sign that tensions over Beijing's role in the in the former British colony are rising once again
By Amy Gunia / Hong Kong
May 8, 2020
Nativism Could Bring Hong Kong and China Closer Together
Beijing could mollify many in Hong Kong, and thwart a fledgling secessionist movement, by openly acknowledging the city's unique culture
By Brian Wong
March 2, 2020
Virus Brings Out Ugly Side of Hong Kong's Protest Movement
Anti-Chinese resentment fuels many of the calls to close the enclave's border
By Laignee Barron / Hong Kong
February 19, 2020
U.S. Journalist Denied Entry to Hong Kong
Michael Yon is best known for his work covering wars in Iraq and Afghanistan
By Amy Gunia
February 5, 2020
Hong Kong Denies Entry to Human Rights Activist
He planned to launch a report highlighting Beijing's "intensifying assault" on the global human rights system
By Amy Gunia / Hong Kong
January 13, 2020
Hong Kong Begins New Year With More Protests
"We all want to see an end to this predicament," Chief Executive Carrie Lam declared in her New Year message
By TIME Staff
January 1, 2020
Hong Kong's Famed New Year's Fireworks Show Is the Latest Big Event Canceled Over Protest Fears
The Hong Kong display is often featured in montages of New Year's around the world.
By Hillary Leung / Hong Kong
December 18, 2019
China Premier Li Keqiang Urges Hong Kong Leader to End Chaos
China's head of government said Hong Kong has yet to "come out of its dilemma"
By Hillary Leung / Hong Kong
December 16, 2019
Police Defuse Bombs Stored at Hong Kong School
“These devices had only one function — to kill and maim people,” a bomb disposal officer said
By AMY GUNIA / HONG KONG
December 9, 2019
Heads of U.S. Business Group in Hong Kong Denied Macau Entry
A U.S. bill supporting protests in Hong Kong has increased tensions with China
By AMY GUNIA / HONG KONG
December 9, 2019
Major Developments in Hong Kong's Six-Month-Long Protests
Much has changed since the start of Hong Kong's anti-government movement half a year ago.
By Hillary Leung / Hong Kong
December 9, 2019
Huge Turnout for Hong Kong March on Half-Year Protest Anniversary
Protesters aimed for huge crowds to signal that the protracted movement has not lost steam
By Laignee Barron / Hong Kong and Amy Gunia / Hong Kong
December 8, 2019
Tear Gas Sparks Public Health Anxiety in Hong Kong
Over 10,000 rounds of tear gas have been fired in the crowded city since June
By Hillary Leung / Hong Kong
December 4, 2019
Trump: Hong Kong Rights Bill Doesn't Help Trade Talks
The president's comments come in the wake of China's retaliatory ban on U.S. Navy visits to Hong Kong
By AMY GUNIA / HONG KONG
December 3, 2019
Hong Kong Slogans Heard at Mainland Chinese Protest: Report
Protestors in Maoming tell Hong Kong media that their movement is "just like you [in] Hong Kong."
By Hillary Leung / Hong Kong
December 2, 2019
Trump Signs Law to Protect Human Rights in Hong Kong
He said he approved the bill "out of respect for President Xi, China, and the people of Hong Kong"
By Hillary Leung / Hong Kong
November 28, 2019
Hong Kong's Local Elections Create Chance for Dialogue
At the same time, underlying issues remain
By Brian Wong and John Mak
November 25, 2019
Hong Kong Elections: What the Pro-Democracy Victory Means
A record-breaking number of voters turned out to cast ballots.
By AMY GUNIA / HONG KONG
November 25, 2019
What to Know About the U.S. Legislation on Hong Kong
The "Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act," backed by rare bipartisan support, has just been signed by Trump into law
By Hillary Leung / Hong Kong
November 22, 2019
Inside the 'Functioning City' at Besieged H.K. Campus
Photographer Bing Guan has been holed up for five days with protesters at Polytechnic University, scene of fierce anti-government unrest.
By Amy Gunia / Hong Kong
November 20, 2019
Handful of Holdouts Remain at Besieged Hong Kong University
Hard-core protesters remain barricaded inside a university after a days-long siege
By TIME Staff
November 19, 2019
Hong Kong Police Storm Occupied University
The fiery confrontations at the university and the looming threat of live rounds mark a sharp escalation in the protests
By TIME Staff
November 18, 2019
The Bankers and Lawyers Taking Part in Hong Kong's Protests
“After lunch I have to go back and pretend everything is normal," one young lawyer says
By AMY GUNIA / HONG KONG
November 15, 2019
Foreign Students Flee Hong Kong as Protests Escalate
“In a snap second, everything changed,” one student said
By Hillary Leung / Hong Kong
November 15, 2019
Here's What Travelers to Hong Kong Need to Know
How to protect yourself if you're traveling to the restive enclave.
By TIME Staff
November 15, 2019
Man Dies in Hong Kong Protests as Xi Backs Police
China’s leader, issued his toughest comments yet about the ongoing protests
By TIME Staff
November 14, 2019
Now Is the Time for the U.S. to Stand With Hong Kong
Washington's help has never been more badly needed
By Benedict Rogers and Johnny Patterson
November 14, 2019
Hong Kong in Deeper Crisis as Unrest Enters Fourth Day
Students have erected defenses at university campuses, stockpiling homemade weapons
By TIME Staff
November 14, 2019
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