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December 6, 2019 Dispatches

Numbers Tell the Story of Hong Kong’s Human Rights

Protesters Unbowed by Government Crackdown

Protesters gather during a rally against the police's use of tear gas in Hong Kong, December 6, 2019.
December 3, 2019 Statement

China: Respect Rights of Hong Kong Protesters

Baseless Call for ‘Sanctions’ Against Rights Groups

Hong Kong Protests
October 30, 2019 News Release

Hong Kong: Prominent Activist Barred from Elections

Unlawful Political Screening Used to Disqualify Joshua Wong

Hong Kong democratic activist Joshua Wong speaks to the media in Hong Kong, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019. Wong announced plans to contest local elections and warns that any attempt to disqualify him will only spur more support for monthslong pro-democracy pro
October 9, 2019 Commentary

There’s a way to fix the Hong Kong crisis

Protesters react from tear gas during a demonstration on China's National Day, under Lion Rock Hill, in Wong Tai Sin, Hong Kong, China October 1, 2019.
October 8, 2019 Commentary

For NBA's Quandary over China, Stand with Human Rights

After the dustup around a tweet by general manager of the NBA’s Houston Rockets, Daryl Morey, workers removed sponsor stands in front of Mercedes-Benz Arena in Shanghai, ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets game.
October 4, 2019 News Release

Hong Kong: Face Mask Ban Violates Assembly Rights

Disproportionate Response Seems Aimed to Deter Protests

People protest the enactment of the anti-mask law in Hong Kong, October 4, 2019.
October 3, 2019 News Release

China: Release Supporters of Hong Kong Protests

Authorities Crack Down on Activism, News in the Mainland

Protestors stand surrounded by smoke from tear gas shells in Hong Kong, October 1, 2019.
September 26, 2019 Dispatches

Hong Kong Leader’s ‘Listening Mode’ Isn’t Enough

Carrie Lam’s Community Dialogue Session No Substitute for Accountability, Change

Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam at community dialogue in Hong Kong
September 4, 2019 Dispatches

Hong Kong Leader Formally Withdraws Controversial Bill

Key Rights Issues Remain Unaddressed

People watch the television as Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam makes an announcement on the extradition bill, at a retailer in Hong Kong.
August 21, 2019 Commentary

Why So Many Chinese Students Can’t Understand the Hong Kong Protests

Protesters react to teargas from the Sham Shui Po police station in Hong Kong, August 14, 2019.
August 14, 2019 News Release

Hong Kong: Police Should Exercise Restraint

Officers Should Be Held to Account for Excessive Use of Force

Protesters react to teargas from the Sham Shui Po police station in Hong Kong, August 14, 2019.
August 5, 2019 Dispatches

Hong Kong Protests Broaden Despite Police Crackdown

Authorities Should Seriously Consider Protester Demands

A man glues a sticker label with messages against the extradition bill and pro-democracy in a Lennon wall in Wan Chai, Hong Kong
June 29, 2019 Commentary

Hong Kong Ruling Strengthens Rights Protection on Same-Sex Relations

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June 28, 2019 News Release

Hong Kong: Independently Investigate Police Use of Force

Officers Should be Held Accountable to Restore Credibility

Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam listens to reporters' questions during a press conference at the Legislative Council in Hong Kong, Tuesday, June 18, 2019.
June 12, 2019 News Release

Hong Kong: Police Shouldn’t Use Excessive Force

Protesters Demand Scrapping Proposed Extradition Amendments

Protestors gather near the Legislative Council in Hong Kong, Wednesday, June 12, 2019.

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