China's Premier Li Keqiang reiterated the government's stance on Hong Kong and Taiwan on Friday, in an address to the country's ceremonial legislature. Speaking at the opening of the annual meeting of China’s parliament, Li said Beijing stands by the “one China” principle, which states that Taiwan is part of China.

Beijing will deter Taiwan independence but seeks 'peaceful unification': Chinese Premier Li Keqiang

The European Union warned China on Friday that it may take "additional steps" in response to Beijing's move to grant itself a veto over the selection of Hong Kong lawmakers.

European Union warns China against Hong Kong election rules change

China on Friday moved ahead to give itself veto powers to select Hong Kong's lawmakers, something that will further damage democracy and stifle dissent in the semi-autonomous region.

China moves law to elect Hong Kong lawmakers in bid to eliminate dissent

A Hong Kong court has granted bail to around at least 15 out of 47 democracy activists charged with conspiracy to commit subversion. The landmark case has drawn widespread criticism that Beijing is using a national security law -- punishes its most serious charges, including subversion, with up to life in prison -- to crush the city's opposition.

Hong Kong court grants bail to 15 of 47 democracy activists charged with subversion

China has said that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) govt welcomes the UN high commissioner (for human rights Michelle Bachelet) to visit Xinjiang but she should not use this opportunity to engage in political operations to pressure the country.

Uighurs, Tibet and Hong Kong issues not in the essence of human rights: China

The hearing for 47 Hong Kong democracy activists charged with conspiracy to commit subversion resume on Tuesday, following a marathon hearing that extended well past midnight before it was adjourned after one of the defendants fainted.

Hong Kong: Hearing for democracy activists resumes after marathon session

'For democracy': Hong Kong comes out in support of detained democracy activists

In Hong Kong, the crackdown on the Democratic opposition has intensified. On Sunday 47 pro-democracy activists and lawmakers were detained on charges of conspiracy.

Hong Kong: 47 activists & lawmakers arrested on conspiracy charges

A few hours after Hong Kong authorities made mass arrests of several dozens of Hong Kong pro-democracy campaigners, the US has voiced its concern over the matter.

US calls for 'immediate release' of Hong Kong pro-democracy activists

Forty-seven Hong Kong democrats and activists were charged on Sunday (February 28) with conspiracy to commit subversion, in the largest single crackdown on the democratic opposition under a China-imposed national security law.

Dozens of leading Hong Kong democrats charged with subversion in major national security crackdown

In another crackdown of pro-democracy voices in Hong Kong, several dozen democrats have been charged with security crimes minutes after they were due to report to local police stations across the city on Sunday, as per local statements.

Dozens of Hong Kong democrats charged under national security law

Hong Kong on Friday began its coronavirus vaccination for the public as the financial hub kicked off its inoculation drive with the Chinese-made Sinovac coronavirus vaccine.

Hong Kong begins coronavirus vaccination with China's Sinovac

“Patriots” included those who loved China, its constitution and the Communist Party and excluded anti-China “troublemakers”, said Xia Baolong

Patriots must hold key roles in Hong Kong govt: Beijing

Germany on Tuesday claimed that China attempted to intimidate Hong Kong residents living in Germany after protests broke out in the semi-autonomous city two years ago.

Berlin claims China attempted to indimidate Hong Kong activists in Germany

Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai the most high-profile person charged under a new national security law was denied bail due to the risk of his committing further offences.

Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai denied bail due to risk of 'committing further offences'

After imposing the National Security Law in Hong Kong China now wants to control HK's electoral system and processes. A top Beijing official has signalled China-led electoral reforms for Hong Kong to ensure only patriots hold power.

WION Fineprint: Beijing plans to control Hong Kong's legislature

A top Chinese official on Monday talked about outlining plans that will ensure that Hong Kong would be run by 'patriots'. Xia Baolong, head of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, made this speech just two weeks ahead of the annual meeting of China's rubber-stamp parliament.

Hong Kong: Top Chinese official talks of plans to let 'patriots' run the city

China's Sinovac delivered 1 million doses of its Covid vaccine CoronaVac to Hong Kong on Friday. The semi-autonomous city is relying on three vaccines and has purchased 22.

China's Sinovac delivers 1 million doses to Hong Kong

Almost 5,000 Hong Kong citizens have applied for a British visa after Beijing's imposition of the national security law in the Asian financial hub last year. London made changes to its visa rules to give millions of Hong Kong residents a chance to settle in Britain after China imposed a new security law that democracy activists say will end the freedoms promised to the territory in 1997.

Thousands of Hong Kong citizens sign up for new UK visa

Nine veteran Hong Kong activists went to trial on Tuesday for allegedly organising one of the biggest pro-democracy protests in 2019. Of these nine activists is also Martin Lee, the 82-year-old barrister who had once been chosen by China to help draft Hong Kong's mini-constitution.

Hong Kong pro-democracy activists stand trial for 2019 protests

Out of 9 have been pleaded guilty in Hong Kong and have been sent on trial. Jimmy Lai, a newspaper publisher is being held on bail on other charges for his Pro-democracy activities. Lee Chuk Yan, democracy advocate and defendant said that Hong Kong's rule of law is deteriorating and is quickly becoming a rule of fear.

Hong Kong: Martin Lee, Jimmy Lai on trial

Hong Kong lawyers have expressed concerns over a government proposal, which if approved could bar anyone from leaving the city. The proposed immigration law once approved will give unrestricted power to hong kong's immigration director to stop anyone from leaving the autonomous region.

Hong Kong lawyers have expressed concerns over Proposed immigration law

Hong Kong's lawyers have expressed concern over a government proposal which if approved could bar anyone from leaving the city. A paper has been submitted by the Hong Kong Bar Association (HKBA) to the legislative council on Friday expressing alarm over the law that can prevent anyone, Hong Kong resident or not from leaving the region.

Hong Kong lawyers express concern over proposed law that can impose travel ban on anyone

Hong Kong's pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai has been denied bail by Hong Kong's top court in a national security case.

Hong Kong top court denied Jimmy Lai's bail plea

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