Trump's Fans in Hong Kong Are Worried About Their Future Under Biden
Synopsis
Joshua Wong, a prominent pro-democracy activist, was sentenced to 13 and a half months in prison for participating in an unauthorized assembly.
Synopsis
Martin Lao, a pastor and district counselor in Hong Kong's New Territories, supports Donald Trump amid the city's pro-democracy movement, which faces increasing repression. As activists are jailed and a national security law limits dissent, many in Hong Kong mourn Trump's loss in the 2020 U.S. presidential race. Joshua Wong, a prominent activist, reflects on the implications of the election results for their struggle against Beijing's influence. With Joe Biden's administration on the horizon, the future of Hong Kong's autonomy remains uncertain.
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Why Watch
- See how Hong Kong activists view Trump as an ally.
- Meet Martin Lao, a pro-democracy pastor supporting Trump.
- Find out Joshua Wong's thoughts on U.S. foreign policy.
Did You Know
- Joshua Wong was sentenced to 13 and a half months in prison.
- Martin Lao ran on a pro-democracy ticket in Hong Kong.
- Trump was seen as a strong ally by Hong Kong protesters in 2019.
- Hong Kong's pro-democracy lawmakers resigned en masse in protest.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was Donald Trump's stance on China and Hong Kong during his presidency?
Donald Trump made China and Hong Kong a focus of his foreign policy agenda, drawing praise and support from Hong Kong's protesters.
What happened to pro-democracy lawmakers in Hong Kong in response to Beijing's interference?
Hong Kong's pro-democracy lawmakers resigned en masse to protest Beijing's interference.
Who is Joshua Wong and what was his involvement in the pro-democracy movement?
Joshua Wong is a prominent figure in the pro-democracy movement in Hong Kong and traveled to the United States to testify before Congress in 2019.
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