City on Fire: The Fight for Hong Kong, With Antony Dapiran and Shirley Yu
Jun 30, 2020
The conversation dives deep into the turbulent protests in Hong Kong that began in 2019. It explores the controversial national security law, its implications for local governance, and the evolving identity of Hong Kong residents. The historical context of the Umbrella Movement is highlighted, showcasing its influence on today’s demonstrations. The adaptability of leaderless protest movements is discussed, alongside their organizational strategies. Finally, the podcast emphasizes the importance of international attention and potential sanctions as means to support Hong Kong's political struggles.
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National Security Law Imposed
Beijing imposed a national security law due to 2019 protests.
This is controversial, raising concerns about Hong Kong's autonomy and rule of law.
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Public Reaction to the Law
The law surprised many but was foreshadowed by Beijing's increasing concern over the protests.
Public opinion is divided; some support it for stability, others oppose it due to the impact on autonomy.
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Growing Divide
Hong Kong's and China's 20th-century experiences differ greatly, shaping their identities.
This gap, once narrow, has widened due to socioeconomic factors and Beijing's interventions.
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City on Fire is a crime novel by Don Winslow that delves into a gang war between Irish and Italian mobs in 1980s Providence, Rhode Island. The story revolves around Danny Ryan, who is caught between his allegiance to the Irish Murphy family through his marriage and his desire for a legitimate life. The peace between the two crime families is shattered when Danny's brother-in-law, Liam Murphy, crosses the line with the girlfriend of an Italian mobster, Paulie Moretti. As the conflict escalates, Danny must rise to protect his family and friends, navigating a treacherous landscape of loyalty, betrayal, and honor. The novel is praised for its vivid characters, razor-sharp dialogue, and epic narrative structure, drawing comparisons to classics like 'The Godfather'[2][4][5].
In this week's episode writer and lawyer Antony Dapiran joins us from Hong Kong to discuss the protests and turmoil that have engulfed the city since the summer of 2019. He spoke to political economist Shirley Yu. Together they discussed the history of dissent in the city and the future of China's "One Country, Two Systems" as a new security law threatens Hong Kong's autonomy.To find out more and buy Antony's new book click here: https://amzn.to/2Nw216s. ------------------------------ Intelligence Squared+. The world's best speakers. Your questions. £4.99 per month. Intelligence Squared+ will bring you live, interactive events every week on our new online platform. Just like at our real-life events, you’ll be able to put your questions to our speakers, vote in live polls and interact with other members of the audience. Your subscription will give you access to multiple events featuring the world’s top thinkers and opinion formers, including Thomas Piketty, Margaret Atwood, Clive Woodward, Thomas Friedman, Meera Syal and Paloma Faith. For a full list of Intelligence Squared+ events and to subscribe, click here: https://bit.ly/2yfYIfm
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