The Global Story The sentencing of the ‘Hong Kong 47’
Nov 26, 2024
Danny Vincent, a BBC correspondent in Hong Kong, shares insights on the recent sentencing of pro-democracy leaders under China's national security law. He discusses the political repression following the 2019 protests and the plight of the Hong Kong 47. Vincent highlights the struggles of media mogul Jimmy Lai and the broader impact of authoritarianism on civil liberties. The podcast also explores how the national security law has created a climate of fear, leading to a mass exodus of residents from Hong Kong, signaling a dramatic shift in the city's political landscape.
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Hong Kong 47
- The Hong Kong 47, prominent pro-democracy leaders, organized primary elections in 2020.
- They aimed to select strong candidates for official elections and control the Legislative Council.
Interviews with Activists
- Danny Vincent interviewed prominent activists like Joshua Wong and Claudia Mo.
- Gwyneth Ho, a former journalist, became a key figure after being attacked during the 2019 protests.
2019 Protests
- The 2019 protests began in opposition to an extradition bill, seen as a threat to Hong Kong's freedoms.
- A cycle of peaceful protests and clashes with police characterized the demonstrations.