Ng Kin-wai, a victorious pan-democratic candidate in the district council elections, argues with police officers as they walk towards the Polytechnic University campus on November 25. Photo: Reuters
Ng Kin-wai, a victorious pan-democratic candidate in the district council elections, argues with police officers as they walk towards the Polytechnic University campus on November 25. Photo: Reuters
Regina Ip
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Regina Ip

Anti-government victory in Hong Kong’s district council elections won’t bring about peace

  • In calmer times, the diligent provision of district services has been enough for pro-establishment district council candidates. But this is no longer the case, as overall dissatisfaction in Hong Kong has led voters to reward extremist tactics

Regina Ip
Regina Ip

Updated: 9:29am, 3 Dec, 2019

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Ng Kin-wai, a victorious pan-democratic candidate in the district council elections, argues with police officers as they walk towards the Polytechnic University campus on November 25. Photo: Reuters
Ng Kin-wai, a victorious pan-democratic candidate in the district council elections, argues with police officers as they walk towards the Polytechnic University campus on November 25. Photo: Reuters
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