Hong Kong Holds Vote as Officials Move Against ‘Anti-China’ Elements
The government is pushing hard to raise turnout in an election overshadowed by a deadly fire and public anger over safety lapses and official accountability.
Lee, John (1957- )
A Devastating Fire Has Fueled a National Security Crackdown in Hong Kong
The authorities quickly arrested critics demanding accountability, signaling an expansive use of the security law to silence dissent over nonpolitical tragedies.
Hong Kong Arrests 3 Tied to Construction Company After Deadly Apartment Fire
The police said that building materials used by the company for the work at Wang Fuk Court may not have been up to fire safety standards. The police did not identify the company or who was arrested.
Hong Kong Targets Dissidents Overseas With Bounties
The rewards of $128,000 for information leading to the prosecution of dissidents who have fled Hong Kong reflect stepped-up pressure to intimidate activists beyond the reach of the government.
Hong Kong Mask Mandate, One of World’s Last, Will End
As of Wednesday, the city will no longer require people to wear masks indoors, outdoors or on public transportation.