The Intelligence from The Economist Out on a LegCo: Hong Kong under pressure
Nov 17, 2020
Su Lin Wong, the China correspondent for The Economist, explores the chilling impact of Hong Kong's national security law, highlighting the outright absence of opposition in the Legislative Council and the ominous future for democracy. Natasha Loader, health policy editor, delves into T-cells' crucial role in COVID-19 immunity, shedding light on the emerging advancements in vaccine efficacy. Together, they discuss how psychometric tests are reshaping recruitment practices, reflecting a growing reliance on psychological evaluations in the workplace.
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Hong Kong's Legislative Council Without Opposition
- Hong Kong's Legislative Council is now devoid of opposition voices after pro-democracy members resigned.
- This follows the disqualification of four legislators under the new security law.
Hong Kong Elections Postponed
- The Hong Kong government disqualified 12 politicians from elections and later postponed the elections, citing COVID-19 concerns.
- Critics suspect this was a move to prevent pro-democracy gains.
Public Reaction to Political Changes
- Public reaction to the democrats' departure is mixed; pro-Beijing supporters find them disruptive, while some pro-democracy supporters see LegCo as undemocratic.
- This division reflects the broader political climate in Hong Kong.