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The big gag: Hong Kong’s crackdown on freedom

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This chapter explores the crackdown on political freedoms in Hong Kong, particularly regarding the Tiananmen Square massacre commemorations. It discusses the shift from public vigils to government-sanctioned events, illustrating a broader trend of repression and diminishing civil liberties.

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