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HONG KONG

Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 14, 2020
Beijing claims Hong Kong pro-democracy primaries were backed by 'foreign forces'
China condemned Hong Kong’s pro-democracy opposition for holding a primary contest ahead of key elections, saying the exercise was supported by "foreign forces” and may violate the city’s new national security law.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 13, 2020
The political logic of China’s strategic mistakes
The Chinese Communist Party is firmly convinced that the world is a Hobbesian place where long-term survival depends solely on raw power.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 13, 2020
Taiwan to enhance scrutiny of Hong Kong and mainland Chinese investment
Taiwan plans to enhance scrutiny over investment from Hong Kong to prevent illicit money from mainland China "infiltrating" its economy, after Beijing imposed a new security law on the Asian financial hub, a source with direct knowledge of the matter said.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 13, 2020
Half of U.S. firms in Hong Kong feel 'less safe' under new security law, survey finds
Nearly half said the possibility of extradition to the mainland for trial was a 'game changer” for the city's position as a trusted international financial center.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jul 13, 2020
Hong Kong pro-opposition primary voters defy threats with high turnout
More than half a million residents cast their ballots in the unofficial poll.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Crime & Legal
Jul 11, 2020
Here’s how China’s security law is already changing the face of Hong Kong
When China passed its new Hong Kong security law on June 30, officials said it would only affect "extremely few criminals.” Less than two weeks later, it’s clear Beijing is trying to wipe away signs of the city’s protest movement from the streets.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 10, 2020
The 'British' 3 million
It will be surprising if at least half a million Hong Kong residents don't take up the U.K.'s offer of residency.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jul 9, 2020
Australia suspends Hong Kong extradition treaty and extends visas
Australia said on Thursday it was suspending its extradition treaty with Hong Kong and announced measures to attract people and businesses from the Asian financial hub, after Beijing imposed a new security law there.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 9, 2020
Hong Kong finds growing local coronavirus cases amid resurgence fears
The number of new infections that can't be traced suggest that hidden chains of transmission have been circulating in the city for some time.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 9, 2020
From Hong Kong to TikTok, China-U.S. rivalry widens from trade to everything
The U.S.-China rivalry is shifting into new and unpredictable areas, engulfing everything from a popular video app to Hong Kong’s status as a global financial hub.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY
Jul 8, 2020
A special ‘birthday gift’ for Hong Kong
China has forced a new national security law onto the Special Administrative Region of Hong Kong. While the new law was anticipated, few thought it would be as draconian as it is, with unprecedented scope and reach. The legislation threatens fundamental freedoms that characterized life in Hong Kong and...
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 8, 2020
America’s Hong Kong approach does more harm than good
Washington intends to signal its resolve to Beijing, but Hong Kong is not reliant on U.S. goodwill.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / FOCUS
Jul 8, 2020
Big Tech’s China faceoff risks sparking exodus from Hong Kong
Facebook, Google and Twitter are headed toward a showdown with China that could end up making Hong Kong feel more like Beijing.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 7, 2020
Arrested under new law, Hong Kong protesters get swabbed for DNA
Police made their first arrests last week under a sweeping new security law imposed by China, taking 10 protesters into custody.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jul 6, 2020
Who lost Hong Kong on June 30?
While Xi Jinping may feel that he is winning the battle over Hong Kong, he is actually losing the war against the international community.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jul 6, 2020
Japan should continue to speak up on China's human rights abuses
Taking a tough, meaningful stand against Beijing is not easy, but Tokyo must continue to demonstrate the depth of its commitments to human rights.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 4, 2020
Fearful of China's new security law, Hong Kongers scramble for safe havens
Many Hong Kong residents are scouring for new jobs and homes overseas, fearful that a new national security law imposed by Beijing will crush coveted rights not enjoyed on the mainland and herald a new authoritarian era for China's freest city.

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