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The struggle for the soul of Hong Kong

The struggle for the soul of Hong Kong

FromThe Story


The struggle for the soul of Hong Kong

FromThe Story

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Length:
28 minutes
Released:
Aug 16, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Each Monday this August, we're looking back at some of the stories from the past year that stuck with us.In June 2020, with the world's attention on the pandemic, Hong Kong’s freedoms were under threat as the Chinese government imposed a draconian new security law. Now, the city is experiencing its largest exodus since records began. We revisit our interviews with two of Hong Kong's leading pro-democracy activists, and find out what they did next.This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes. Guests: - Didi Tang, Beijing correspondent, The Times.- Emily Lau, former member of the Hong Kong Legislative Council.- Nathan Law, pro-democracy activist.Host: Manveen Rana.Clips: CNBC, BBC News, Sky News, CNN, CBS. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Released:
Aug 16, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

One remarkable story, told in depth, each day. Our daily news podcast takes you to the heart of the stories that matter, with exclusive access and reporting. Published for the start of your day and hosted by Manveen Rana and David Aaronovitch.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.