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How Hong Kong became what it is today

How Hong Kong became what it is today

FromChinese Whispers


How Hong Kong became what it is today

FromChinese Whispers

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Length:
41 minutes
Released:
Feb 8, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

As the first BNO passport holders begin to make their way to the UK and start the path to a new citizenship, I take a look back at Hong Kong's history and how that special city-state formed its own identity. As SOAS's Professor Steve Tsang tells me: 'Not quite British, not quite Chinese'. We talk about how Hong Kongers yearned to find their Chinese roots, the fervour of handover and how 'Cantopop' (Cantonese pop music) took the mainland by storm.
Released:
Feb 8, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (96)

A fortnightly podcast from the Spectator on the latest in Chinese politics, society, and more. From Huawei to Hong Kong, Cindy Yu talks to experts, journalists, and long time China-watchers on what you need to know about China.