Legislators voted down a proposal that would have given some rights to couples who married overseas. Campaign groups urged the government to try again.
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Hong Kong’s Same-Sex Rights Bill Meets Rare Defiance From Lawmakers
Legislators could sink a government proposal that would give some rights to couples who married overseas, raising questions about the city’s status as an international hub.
Pro-Beijing Clubs Will Help Pick Hong Kong’s Next Leader
Beijing is making it nearly impossible for the pro-democracy camp to win city elections. One tool: “grass roots” groups loyal to the government.
In Hong Kong, a New Party Calls for Stability (and Raises Suspicions)
Democracy advocates have called the Bauhinia Party a “Trojan horse” for the Chinese government. But Beijing’s local allies are wary of it, too.
Meet 5 of Hong Kong’s Newest Politicians
The pro-democracy camp’s stunning victory in citywide district elections means a younger class of political neophytes will soon take office.
Why Hong Kong’s Protesters Are Turning to G-20 Leaders for Help
Beijing has said that its leaders will not discuss Hong Kong at the Group of 20 summit meeting. But Hong Kong protesters still hope for global backing.