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Pope Francis names 21 cardinals, including clergymen from Hong Kong, US

Monday, July 10 by ABC News

(VATICAN CITY) -- Pope Francis announced Sunday he's elevating 21 clergymen from around the world to become cardinals in a ceremony later this year.The pope made the announcement during his noontime Sunday prayer from St. Peter's Square, saying the ceremony will be held on... Read More.

Hong Kong influencer’s ex-husband, relatives face court in grisly murder case

Monday, February 27 by ABC News

(HONG KONG) -- Four family members including the ex-husband of murdered Hong Kong socialite influencer Abby Choi appeared in court on Monday, in a horrific case that has stunned the city.On Sunday police said they discovered remains that are believed to belong to the... Read More.

Hong Kong’s largest national security trial of 47 democracy advocates begins

Monday, February 6 by ABC News

(HONG KONG) -- A landmark trial of 47 Hong Kong democracy advocates charged under a national security law began on Monday.The case -- at the core of China's crackdown in Hong Kong -- comes just as the city launches a massive campaign to lure... Read More.

Taiwan becomes growing destination for Hong Kong residents looking for more freedom

Wednesday, September 14 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- As the Chinese government increased its crackdown on political speech and dissenters in Hong Kong in recent years, tens of thousands of longtime residents have fled to nearby Taiwan to escape the oppression.For many ex-pats, like Annie Zhang, a former editor... Read More.

Xi hails Hong Kong’s autonomy but with a major caveat: Beijing has final say

Friday, July 1 by ABC News

(HONG KONG) -- In a speech celebrating the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to China, Chinese President Xi Jinping strongly reaffirmed the territory’s autonomy under the promise of “One Country, Two Systems” but with one very strong caveat: Beijing has full jurisdiction and... Read More.

China’s president returns to Hong Kong for 25th anniversary of British handover

Thursday, June 30 by ABC News

(HONG KONG) -- When Chinese President Xi Jinping stepped off a high speed train into Hong Kong on Thursday to throngs of flag waving residents and a traditional lion dance performance, it marked his first trip outside the borders of Mainland China in nearly... Read More.

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam won’t seek second term

Monday, April 4 by ABC News

(HONG KONG) -- Hong Kong’s divisive leader, Carrie Lam, announced on Monday that she will not run for a second five-year term, ending her 42-year political career.Lam presided over the city during its most politically turbulent years, which included the often-violent 2019 protests, the... Read More.

Hong Kong relaxes pandemic flight curbs amid ‘fading’ tolerance for strict COVID policies

Monday, March 21 by ABC News

(HONG KONG) -- Hong Kong has announced significant changes to its strict COVID-19 border measures, which have been among the most stringent in the world.A flight ban from nine countries -- including the United States and the United Kingdom -- will be scrapped from... Read More.

Hong Kong doubles down on ‘Zero COVID’ policy, as death rate soars to world’s highest

Friday, March 11 by ABC News

(HONG KONG) -- As much the rest of the world learns to live with COVID-19, the highly infectious omicron variant has finally broken through Hong Kong’s once-lauded defenses.The city was a poster child for COVID control, after going long stretches of last year without... Read More.

Stories tagged with: hong

Pope Francis names 21 cardinals, including clergymen from Hong Kong, US

Hong Kong influencer’s ex-husband, relatives face court in grisly murder case

Hong Kong’s largest national security trial of 47 democracy advocates begins

Taiwan becomes growing destination for Hong Kong residents looking for more freedom

Xi hails Hong Kong’s autonomy but with a major caveat: Beijing has final say

China’s president returns to Hong Kong for 25th anniversary of British handover

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam won’t seek second term

Hong Kong relaxes pandemic flight curbs amid ‘fading’ tolerance for strict COVID policies

Hong Kong doubles down on ‘Zero COVID’ policy, as death rate soars to world’s highest

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