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Analysis: The Vatican and China Part II, Hong Kong

Jul 23, 2020

By Ed Condon

As the Vatican and China negotiate an extension of the controversial 2018 deal, the Diocese of Hong Kong is at... Read more

Protestors in Hong Kong.

House discusses ‘brutal, sweeping crackdown’ in Hong Kong

Jul 1, 2020

The new national security law in Hong Kong is an assault on the rights of the people, Speaker of the... Read more

Cardinal Joseph Zen Ze-kiun, Bishop Emeritus of Hong Kong, speaks at the Pontifical Urban University in Rome, Nov. 18, 2014.

Cardinal Zen: 'No confidence' in HK religious freedom after new security law

Jun 30, 2020

Cardinal Joseph Zen, the bishop emeritus of Hong Kong, has warned that new security laws in the province could lead... Read more

People light candles as they attend a vigil in Victoria Park in Hong Kong on June 4, 2020.

In Hong Kong, thousands defy police to mark Tiananmen Square

Jun 4, 2020

Thousands of protesters in Hong Kong held public vigils for the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre on Thursday, despite... Read more

Bishop Declan Lang of Clifton.

Bishop says UK must 'safeguard fundamental freedoms' in Hong Kong

Jun 3, 2020

A bishop has urged the U.K. Government to defend “fundamental freedoms” in Hong Kong after the Chinese parliament approved a... Read more

Protestors in Hong Kong march against the extradition bill in July, 2019.

Hong Kong police cancel Tiananmen Square vigil

Jun 1, 2020

Hong Kong police have reportedly curtailed a vigil for the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre, citing public health concerns.  Read more

Chinese president Xi Jinping listens during a May 28 session of the National People's Congress, which included a vote on a new draft security bill for Hong Kong.

Religious freedom in jeopardy as China passes new Hong Kong ‘security laws’

May 28, 2020

By Jonah McKeown

A Hong Kong cardinal told CNA that changes to Hong Kong’s status in China could threaten the religious freedom of... Read more

Hong Kong protest in June 2019.

Arrested Catholic lawyer warns of Chinese repression in Hong Kong

Apr 24, 2020

By Jonah McKeown

A Catholic lawyer says his arrest last Saturday is part of mainland China’s wide-ranging efforts to tighten control over Hong... Read more

A pro-democracy supporter takes part in a rally to support teachers at Edinburgh Place in the Central district of Hong Kong on January 3, 2020.

Cardinal Bo condemns police brutality in Hong Kong

Jan 3, 2020

By Christine Rousselle

Burmese Cardinal Muang Bo has signed an open letter condemning police brutality in Hong Kong over the Christmas holidays.  Read more

People attend a flash mob singing event outside Chungking Mansions in Tsim Sha Tsui district in Hong Kong on October 23, 2019.

As Hong Kong withdraws extradition bill, Catholic leaders call for inquiry into police tactics

Oct 23, 2019

By Jonah McKeown

Amid continued controversy surrounding large-scale political protests in Hong Kong, and fears of a crackdown by the Communist Chinese government,... Read more

Hong Kong’s Court of Final Appeal.

Hong Kong court says redefining marriage is beyond its authority

Oct 18, 2019

A court in Hong Kong has ruled against the recognition of same-sex partnerships, upholding the government’s policy of not recognizing... Read more

Ruins of Saint Paul's Cathedral in Macau, China.

Amid Hong Kong protests, Beijing cracks down on some Chinese Catholics

Sep 30, 2019

The persecution of Catholics in mainland China is increasing after prominent Catholic figures in Hong Kong continue to speak out... Read more

Police officers disperse protesters outside Po Lam Station on Sept. 5, 2019 in Hong Kong.

Student leader: Withdrawal of Hong Kong extradition bill not enough to quell protests

Sep 4, 2019

By Jonah McKeown

Despite Hong Kong’s chief executive announcing that she will withdraw a controversial extradition bill, protests are continuing, with demonstrators demanding... Read more

Protesters at a school boycott rally in Hong Kong’s Central District Sept. 2, 2019.

Hong Kong auxiliary bishop calls for ‘Friday fasting’ amid ongoing protests

Sep 4, 2019

By Jonah McKeown

As widespread protests continue in Hong Kong, a local bishop is urging people to pray and fast for peace, while... Read more

A protester holds a sign at a #MeToo rally in Hong Kong on August 28, 2019, to protest alleged sexual assaults by police.

Why should Catholics care about the Hong Kong protests? A CNA Explainer

Aug 28, 2019

By Jonah McKeown

The political situation in Hong Kong, and the implications for what could happen next, are complex, and Catholics and Protestant... Read more

Protestors in Hong Kong Aug. 18, 2019.

Hong Kong student leader: Catholics have an important role in peaceful protests

Aug 21, 2019

By Jonah McKeown

As massive protests continue in Hong Kong, one student leader says Catholics have an important role to play in encouraging... Read more

Protesters hold placards during a rally in Chartered Garden on August 16, 2019 in Hong Kong, China.   Photo by Anthony Kwan/Getty Images

Hong Kong student leader: Catholics should take 'major role' in peaceful protests

Aug 16, 2019

By Jonah McKeown

The acting president of the Hong Kong Federation of Catholic Students told CNA this week that he would like to... Read more

Protests have continued in Hong Kong since June 9th, as demonstrators speak out against an extradition proposal.

Hong Kong university students protest extradition proposal

Aug 5, 2019

Catholics university students in Hong Kong are joining their voices to the widespread protests against a now-suspended proposal to permit... Read more

Crowds protest against the now-suspended China extradition bill in Hong Kong.

Christian leaders call for dialogue, end to violence in Hong Kong

Jun 17, 2019

Hundreds of thousands of protestors in Hong Kong are continuing to demonstrate against the government's plans to allow extraditions to... Read more

Cardinal Joseph Zen Ze-kiun speaks at the Asianews Conference at the Pontifical Urbaniana University in Rome, Nov. 18, 2014.

This 82-year-old cardinal says he'll face jail for democracy

Dec 4, 2014

By Ann Schneible

One of several leaders of Hong Kong's Occupy Central movement to surrender to police after months of pro-democracy protests, Cardinal... Read more