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Hong Kong Court Aligns with China, Bans Two Pro-independent Lawmakers
| Girish Shetti | | Nov 15, 2016 10:48 PM EST |
In a much awaited judgement, Hong Kong's high court on Tuesday ruled that the two pro-independence lawmakers are not qualified to take the office. The verdict follows last week's landmark ruling by China's top legislative body disqualifying both lawmakers from assuming office.
Chinese Legislators say Hong Kong's Pro-Independence Activists Pose a Threat to China's Security
| Ivan Wanjiku | | Nov 07, 2016 11:34 AM EST |
China's top legislative panel has urged the Chinese government to intervene in a Hong Kong political dispute to deter people advocating for the independence of the city.
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