Hong Kong—Hong Kong unionist Joe Wong had applied for permission to hold a Labor Day march, but canceled his request
He cannot reveal what led to the change of heart, a result of a confidentiality clause in a sweeping national security law Beijing imposed on Hong Kong in 2020 to quell dissent.
It has hit groups like a women’s association and even a Cantonese language preservation association whose founder’s home was searched last month, with police demanding the removal of a fictional essay depicting a dystopian future Hong Kong. Semi-autonomous Hong Kong — which enjoys greater freedoms compared to mainland China — once had a vibrant civil society.Since Beijing’s crackdown on dissent, which saw thousands arrested, Hong Kong’s streets have been clear of marchers.The Hong Kong Women Workers’ Association had planned its first post-pandemic rally for March 8, receiving permission after applying for it. But three days later, they withdrew their application.
One activist told AFP police warned him — as well as a dozen of his acquaintances — against participating.
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