After days of violence and warnings from the Chinese government, organizers estimated at least 1.7 million people had turned out, making it the second- largest march of the protests.
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Hong Kong Protests Stay Peaceful After a Week of Unrest
A face-off between demonstrators and the police ended without violence on Saturday, days after concerns were raised about spiraling mayhem.
Calls to Boycott ‘Mulan’ Erupt After Star Voices Support for Hong Kong Police
The actress Liu Yifei said on social media that she backed the Hong Kong police, who have been criticized for their use of force against protesters.
‘Mulan’ Star’s Support for Hong Kong Police Prompts Call for Boycott
The actress Liu Yifei said on social media that she backed the police, who have been criticized for their use of force against protesters.
Cathay Pacific C.E.O.’s Resignation Shows China’s Looming Power Over Hong Kong Unrest
The departure of the executive, Rupert Hogg, illustrates Beijing’s influence over global companies whose bottom lines depend upon access to the mainland.
Trump Says ‘Hong Kong Is Not Helping’ in Trade War With China
President Trump made his most extensive comments yet on Hong Kong’s protest movement, and suggested that its fate be tied to a trade deal.
Going From Hong Kong to Mainland China? Your Phone Is Subject to Search
The searches are raising concerns that Beijing is trying to identify travelers sympathetic to the territory’s protest movement and further control what its people see about the unrest.
‘Retake Hong Kong’: A Movement, a Slogan and an Identity Crisis
Hong Kong’s Beijing-backed government is struggling not only for control of the streets but over what the city means as a place and political entity.
Hong Kong’s Economy Shudders After Protests Plunge Airport Into Chaos
Clashes at one of the world’s busiest transportation hubs could cast further doubt on the city’s future as a business capital on China’s doorstep.
Soul Searching Among Hong Kong Protesters After Chaos at Airport
After violent scenes on Tuesday, demonstrators promised to do better. “We apologize for our behavior but we are just too scared,” one social post read.