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Every Protester Has a Story, Every Face Is Unforgettable (Part 1)

The Hong Kong anti-extradition campaign has lasted for more than three months, with the Hong Kong government refusing to respond to the people’s demands. Not only that, but they are also condoning the actions of the police abusing their powers against protesters. Since the start of the anti-extradition campaign, more than 1,650 people have been ...

Helen London

Lawyer Huang Guotong.

Beijing and Hong Kong Brace for October 1

October 1 is the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. Though the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) wants a grand country-wide celebration to mark the occasion, ongoing protests in Hong Kong threaten to disrupt their plans. October celebrations October 1 is for the CCP like December 25 is for Christians. To Beijing, ...

Max Lu

Red fireworks exploding.

Unlike Before, U.S. Now Confronting China Honestly: James Mattis

James Mattis, the former U.S. Secretary of Defense, has stated that the current Trump administration is taking an honest approach to dealing with China. He was speaking on the “Cavuto: Coast-to-Coast” program on Fox Business. Confronting China James Mattis believes that the current approach toward the Asian giant is better than the policies adopted by ...

Jack Roberts

James Mattis.

Yuan as International Currency: A Bleak Future for the Lead Contender

Beijing is taking all the necessary steps it can to make the yuan the leading international currency in the world. Given the country’s market size and increasing global clout, many experts believe that this might actually become a reality. However, the authoritarian nature of the Chinese government might turn into a big challenge to Beijing’s ...

Max Lu

A 100 yuan note.

Hongkongers Have Support From the Mainland Despite Censorship

To prevent Hong Kong protests from affecting the mainland, the Chinese government censors coverage of the topic and spreads propaganda that depicts the protestors as allied with foreign powers. But despite Beijing’s best efforts, the truth about the protests keeps filtering into Chinese society through various means. Now, many Chinese nationals have begun extending their ...

Max Lu

Corruption in China Exposed During Protest in Canada

At a recent rally, students from mainland China studying in Canada participated in a protest in support of the Hong Kong police and against the pro-Hong Kong movement. In a video clip of the event, which was held in Toronto, at least eight or nine exotic sports cars, including Ferraris and other cars, were seen ...

Max Lu

Exotic sports cars.

Hong Kong Students Boycott University to Rally for Democracy

Thousands of Hong Kong students left schools and universities to peacefully rally for democracy on Monday, Sept. 2. Even during the strong rain, more than 40,000 people from various social fields, such as social workers, medical employees, and lawyers, joined the rally in support of the underlying democratic cause.  On Monday, the organizer said that ...

Hermann Rohr

Protesting students.

British Consulate Helpless as Employee Detained in Mainland China

A few weeks back, a Hong Kong citizen working for the British consulate was detained in mainland China by authorities. While the Chinese government claims that the employee, 28-year-old Simon Cheng, is being kept in custody for “solicitation of prostitution,” many believe that the real reason behind Cheng’s arrest is his support for the Hong ...

Max Lu

The British consulate in Hong Kong.

A Letter to Mainland Chinese Citizens: Why We Protest

One protester who’s been braving Hong Kong’s scorching sun and police violence recently released a letter to Mainland Chinese citizens explaining why protesters have been fighting for democracy, freedom, and human rights in Hong Kong since June 9. The letter was published in the online forum Pincong under the name “A nobody protester in Hong ...

Max Lu

Two protesters in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong Issue Making U.S.-China Trade Deal Complicated

The U.S. and China are currently negotiating a trade deal that will put an end to the ongoing trade conflict. However, the protests in Hong Kong have complicated the issue. President Trump has stated that finalizing a deal will be tough if the situation in Hong Kong worsens. Hong Kong and the trade deal “Millions ...

Jack Roberts

Chinese container ships being loaded.