Protesters march in Hong Kong on July 1 this year, the 20th anniversary of the city's handover from British to Chinese rule. Photo: AFP Protesters march in Hong Kong on July 1 this year, the 20th anniversary of the city's handover from British to Chinese rule. Photo: AFP
Protesters march in Hong Kong on July 1 this year, the 20th anniversary of the city's handover from British to Chinese rule. Photo: AFP
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Are Hongkongers just a bunch of angry protesters, or do they want to see real change in society?

Nixie Lam says rather than stoking a climate of fear, local politicians should embrace the many opportunities afforded by being part of China, to help Hong Kong meet the practical challenges of land, labour, education and technological change

Topic |   Hong Kong handover 20th anniversary
Nixie Lam
Nixie Lam

Updated: 2:55pm, 20 Jul, 2018

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Protesters march in Hong Kong on July 1 this year, the 20th anniversary of the city's handover from British to Chinese rule. Photo: AFP Protesters march in Hong Kong on July 1 this year, the 20th anniversary of the city's handover from British to Chinese rule. Photo: AFP
Protesters march in Hong Kong on July 1 this year, the 20th anniversary of the city's handover from British to Chinese rule. Photo: AFP
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