The Intelligence from The Economist Stop the presses! Hong Kong’s media crackdown
Jan 5, 2022
Su Lin Wong, a China correspondent for The Economist, reveals the chilling toll of Hong Kong's media crackdown and the fate of independent journalism. Jonathan Rosenthal, the Africa editor, dives into the political chaos in Sudan, where military leaders resist civilian governance amid widespread protests. The conversation also touches on the implications of sanctions on Iran, leading to bizarre challenges in the saffron trade. Tune in for insights into these pressing global issues and their interconnectedness.
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HK Media Crackdown
- Citizen News' closure signals a worsening environment for media in Hong Kong.
- Outlets seen as critical face greater vulnerability under the national security law.
Stand News Raid
- Stand News' leaders were arrested for publishing allegedly seditious stories.
- Police Superintendent Steve Lee warned remaining journalists against bias and urged responsible reporting.
Last Independent Outlets
- Citizen News and Stand News, popular for protest coverage, represent the last of independent Chinese-language media.
- Apple Daily, another pro-democracy outlet, closed earlier, with founder Jimmy Lai jailed.