Hong Kong

Special administrative region of China

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Hong Kong, officially the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China (HKSAR), is a metropolitan area and special administrative region of the People's Republic of China on the eastern Pearl River Delta of the South China Sea. With over 7.5 million residents of various nationalities in a 1,104-square-kilometre (426 sq mi) territory, Hong Kong is one of the most densely populated places in the world.

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Thailand, Hong Kong activists form alliance Thousands have rallied for six straight days in Bangkok and the movement is finding support in Hong Kong. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:36Published 32 minutes ago

Cathay Pacific to cut 6,000 jobs - report Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific Airways will cut around 6,000 jobs, or 18% of its workforce, and axe regional brand Cathay Dragon to help it weather the coronavirus pandemic, the South China Morning Post.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:22Published 5 hours ago

Hand signals only: The language of Thai protests Thai protesters are learning a whole new language, developed within days to co-ordinate among crowds of thousands of people at demonstrations that have swollen in defiance of a government ban and.. Credit: Reuters - Politics Duration: 02:03Published 9 hours ago

Impossible Foods launches in Asian grocery stores Impossible Foods' faux beef burgers will be sold in grocery stores in Hong Kong and Singapore starting Tuesday, the company said as it vies to bolster its presence in Asia and before entering the.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:06Published 11 hours ago

HK activist Grandma Wong speaks out against China Notable pro-democracy Hong Kong protester "Grandma Wong" has been speaking out for the first time since she says she was detained by Chinese authorities for over a year and prevented from returning.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:14Published 3 days ago

'Something close' to genocide in China's Xinjiang: WH Robert O'Brien, the U.S. national security adviser, on Friday during an online event said that China was perpetrating 'something close to' a genocide with its treatment of Muslims in its Xinjiang.. Credit: Reuters - Politics Duration: 01:49Published 4 days ago

Equity indices close higher after RBI keeps key rates unchanged Equity benchmark indices maintained an upward trajectory on Friday after the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) kept repo rate unchanged and continued with accommodative stance. Though the central bank sees.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:15Published 2 weeks ago

Equities trim early gains but close in green, Wipro spurts 7.3% Equity benchmark indices shaved off early gains but closed in the positive zone on Thursday following a rally in IT stocks amid dynamic global cues. The BSE SandP Sensex closed 304 points or 0.76 per.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:19Published 2 weeks ago

Sensex spurts by 600 points, financial and auto stocks gain Equity benchmark indices witnessed smart gains on Tuesday led by a jump in financial, private bank and auto stocks while Asian stock markets rose to a two-week high. The bounce on bourses came after US.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:11Published 2 weeks ago

How does the Nobel Peace Prize work? Greta Thunberg, Edward Snowden, and the people of Hong Kong are all potential contenders for this year's Nobel Peace Prize. Megan Revell runs through some of the other nominees and explains how they.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 03:00Published 2 weeks ago

Watch: Massive anti-China protest outside Chinese Consulate in Toronto A massive anti-China protest was held outside the Chinese Consulate in Canada's Toronto. The protest was organised on the 71st National Day of People's Republic of China. Members of Hong Kong, Tibetan,.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 01:48Published 3 weeks ago

Dozens arrested as Hong Kong marks China’s National Day Riot police make arrests to prevent anti-government protests, as Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam hails ‘return to peace’. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:32Published 3 weeks ago

Hong Kong sees heavy police presence to deter protests on China's national day Last year clashes broke out between protesters and police during the event, but China has since imposed a security law that has mostly quelled dissent.View on euronews Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:50Published 3 weeks ago

While China celebrates, Hong Kong activists fear police crackdown Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:53Published 3 weeks ago

China tightens grip on Hong Kong for national celebration Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:47Published 3 weeks ago

Hong Kong leader slams 'brutal' foreign sanctions Hong Kong Chief Executive on Thursday (October 1) described foreign sanctions imposed against Hong Kong government officials as "brutal" while defending the need to continue implementing a contentious.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:27Published 3 weeks ago

Hong Kong marks China's National Day with flag raising Hong Kong on Thursday (October 1) marked the 71st anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China with a flag raising ceremony and a reception hosted by Chief Executive Carrie Lam. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 00:55Published 3 weeks ago

Vatican denies Pompeo audience with Pope U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo slammed what he called China's "repressive" regime on Wednesday, as Vatican officials accuse him of trying to drag the Catholic Church into the U.S. presidential.. Credit: Reuters - Politics Duration: 01:36Published 3 weeks ago

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong appears in court Hong Kong’s most high-profile activist has been charged for taking part in an unauthorised assembly, as well as violating the government’s ban on masks during last year’s protests. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 01:46Published 3 weeks ago

Hong Kong journalists warn of new threat to media freedom Police have announced a new definition of what constitutes recognised media after China imposed controversial and widely condemned security law. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:41Published 3 weeks ago

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I won't give up - Hong Kong activist 'Grandma Wong' Alexandra Wong tells reporters she was detained in mainland China and forced to renounce her activism. BBC News - Published 3 days ago
Missing Hong Kong protester Alexandra Wong 'was held in mainland China' "Grandma Wong" says she was detained by mainland police and forced to renounce her activism. BBC News - Published 3 days ago
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'I focus on earning money and then leaving Hong Kong' How are protests and a new security law imposed by Beijing affecting Hong Kong's residents? BBC News - Published 1 week ago
Hong Kong protesters facing prison after being shot by police Hong Kong has seen more than 1,000 underage protesters arrested in mass anti-government protests. BBC News - Published 2 weeks ago
HK commerce chief: security law 'good for stability' Controversial law imposed by Beijing will boost Hong Kong's status as global financial hub says Edward Lau. BBC News - Published 2 weeks ago

Hong Kong's last authentic junk in troubled waters The image of a Chinese junk boat is a popular symbol of Hong Kong and recognised around the world. BBC News - Published 2 weeks ago
China National Day: Hong Kong peace 'is an illusion' Last year, China's National Day saw violent clashes between police and protesters in Hong Kong. BBC News - Published 3 weeks ago
Families of 12 Hong Kong activists captured at sea by China look for answers The families of 12 activists captured by China in August demand their swift return. BBC News - Published 3 weeks ago
Hong Kong's dolphins make comeback during pandemic With maritime travel down, a vulnerable dolphin species returns to the waters around Hong Kong. BBC News - Published on September 15, 2020

Hong Kong: Police tackle 12-year-old to the ground in Hong Kong The girl's family said she went out to buy school supplies and panicked when confronted by police. BBC News - Published on September 7, 2020
Chinese chip giant SMIC 'in shock' after US trade ban threat SMIC's Hong Kong shares sank 23% after the Pentagon said it could be added to a trade blacklist. BBC News - Published on September 7, 2020
Hong Kong: Protesters clash with police over delayed elections Police fire pepper-sprayed balls against crowds who say they have been denied their right to vote. BBC News - Published on September 6, 2020	Hong Kong security law: UN experts voice deep concerns In a letter to China experts say the law poses a serious risk to Hong Kong's freedoms. BBC News - Published on September 4, 2020
Jimmy Lai: Hong Kong tycoon found not guilty in intimidation trial The court ruled the Hong Kong entrepreneur was not guilty over an incident three years ago. BBC News - Published on September 3, 2020	LA-Hong Kong data cable dropped over China fears The US government had expressed concerns that China might steal data carried by the cable. BBC News - Published on August 31, 2020
Hong Kong protests: The flashpoints in a year of anger A few defining moments in the city’s dramatic year are under the spotlight as arrests gather pace. BBC News - Published on August 31, 2020	Hong Kong: China arrests 10 after intercepting boat 'fleeing Hong Kong' Activists were among those detained off Guangdong province on Sunday, Hong Kong media say. BBC News - Published on August 27, 2020
Hong Kong pro-democracy lawmakers arrested over Yuen Long One is accused of rioting, over the 2019 incident which saw protesters attacked at Yuen Long station. BBC News - Published on August 26, 2020	Hong Kong: US suspends extradition treaty over national security law Three treaties between the US and Hong Kong were suspended, the latest move to pressure China. BBC News - Published on August 20, 2020
Jimmy Lai: Arrested Hong Kong tycoon tells protesters to be 'careful' Jimmy Lai tells the BBC he has no regrets, but believes his arrest is "just the beginning". BBC News - Published on August 12, 2020	Agnes Chow: Hong Kong activist hailed as the 'real Mulan' The 23-year-old democracy activist arrested under a new security law is a folk hero to her supporters. BBC News - Published on August 12, 2020
Apple Daily: Hong Kong newspaper defiant after crackdown The pro-democracy paper vows to fight on after the arrest of owner Jimmy Lai under a new security law. BBC News - Published on August 11, 2020	China imposes sanctions on US senators over Hong Kong High-profile US officials are sanctioned but China avoids targeting anyone in the Trump administration. BBC News - Published on August 10, 2020
Jimmy Lai: Hong Kong's rebel mogul and pro-democracy voice The rags-to-riches rise of a fiercely anti-Communist Hong Kong tycoon. BBC News - Published on August 10, 2020	Hong Kong pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai arrested Jimmy Lai is accused of colluding with foreign forces under a new security law, his aide says. BBC News - Published on August 10, 2020
Hong Kong elections: UK and allies condemn moves to 'undermine democracy' Five foreign ministers say they are "gravely concerned" by the barring of candidates from elections. BBC News - Published on August 9, 2020	US imposes sanctions on Hong Kong chief executive US imposes sanctions on Hong Kong chief executive Carrie Lam and other top officials for undermining territory's autonomy BBC News - Published on August 7, 2020
Hong Kong: Joshua Wong among 24 charged over Tiananmen vigil The annual vigil had been banned for the first time in 30 years, with officials citing coronavirus rules. BBC News - Published on August 7, 2020	Hong Kong foreign press says journalists being targeted in US-China stand-off The Foreign Correspondents' Club warns pressure from Beijing could jeopardise press freedom. BBC News - Published on August 6, 2020
China sends first Covid-19 medical testing team to Hong Kong Local councillors fear China could use the trip to collect DNA samples for surveillance purposes. BBC News - Published on August 3, 2020	Hong Kong 'seeking arrest' of fleeing activists Six activists, including some now in the UK, are reportedly wanted under the new security law. BBC News - Published on July 31, 2020
Hong Kong postpones elections for a year 'over virus concerns' The move comes weeks after China imposed a controversial national security law on Hong Kong. BBC News - Published on July 31, 2020	Hong Kong's new security law explained China’s new security law in Hong Kong has caused alarm. But what’s it all about? BBC News - Published on July 30, 2020
Hong Kong bars 12 opposition candidates from election Pro-democracy campaigners had hoped to capitalise on anger over a controversial security law. BBC News - Published on July 30, 2020	Hong Kong students arrested under national security law Those arrested include Tony Chung, the ex-leader of a group that called for Hong Kong independence. BBC News - Published on July 29, 2020
Coronavirus: Hong Kong implements strict measures amid new cases Dining in restaurants will be banned and only two people from different households can meet. BBC News - Published on July 28, 2020	Benny Tai: Hong Kong university fires professor who led protests Benny Tai, a law professor, called the move "the end of academic freedom" in Hong Kong. BBC News - Published on July 28, 2020
New Zealand suspends Hong Kong extradition treaty The country follows Australia and the UK in its response to China's new national security law. BBC News - Published on July 28, 2020	Hong Kong launches share index of technology giants Investors will now have greater access to Chinese tech firms including Alibaba, China's answer to Amazon. BBC News - Published on July 27, 2020
China set to block UK's offer of citizenship to Hong Kong residents Dominic Raab had conceded that - if Beijing refused to co-operate - 'there would be little we could do to coercively force them' Independent - Published on July 23, 2020	UK unveils new special visa for Hong Kong's BNO holders The move paves the way for almost three million Hong Kongers to apply for British citizenship. BBC News - Published on July 22, 2020
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong: ‘A few cars are following me’ Joshua Wong believes he is now being followed, after the new security law was passed by China. BBC News - Published on July 22, 2020	Secret Morse code tune sees game removed in China A hidden message about Hong Kong has led to a game being taken offline. BBC News - Published on July 21, 2020
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UK suspends extradition treaty with Hong Kong Foreign Secretary says China's national security law is a "serious violation" of international obligations BBC News - Published on July 20, 2020Also reported by •Independent	UK scraps extradition treaty with Hong Kong over China's crackdown in territory The UK has suspended its extradition treaty with Hong Kong in response to China's draconian national security law in the territory. Independent - Published on July 20, 2020
Boris Johnson news – live: Pompeo set to snub PM by meeting rebel Tory MPs, as Raab expected to suspend Hong Kong extradition treaty Follow all the latest developments Independent - Published on July 20, 2020	Hong Kong: UK set to suspend extradition treaty with ex-colony It comes amid rising tensions between London and Beijing over a controversial national security law. BBC News - Published on July 20, 2020

Hong Kong

Special administrative region of China

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