#Attack
Attacker Spreads Manure at Pro-democracy, Pro-Hong Kong Restaurant in #Taiwan
A masked assailant dashed into a restaurant in Taiwan's capital Taipei on Oct 16, 2020 and spattered chicken manure over kitchen equipment and the staff.
The restaurant announced on Facebook that it will close for 1 week for necessary cleaning work.
The restaurant #Aegis was launched in 2020. It offers assistance to young people from Hong Kong who have been relocated to Taiwan after participating in last year’s pro-democracy protests.
Taipei’s city government condemned the attack and ordered the police to use “full resources” in hunting down the assailant.
A suspect was swiftly arrested in less than 12 hours. 3 more suspects masterminding behind the scene were also arrested on Oct 17, 2020.
Source: Stand News #Oct16
Attacker Spreads Manure at Pro-democracy, Pro-Hong Kong Restaurant in #Taiwan
A masked assailant dashed into a restaurant in Taiwan's capital Taipei on Oct 16, 2020 and spattered chicken manure over kitchen equipment and the staff.
The restaurant announced on Facebook that it will close for 1 week for necessary cleaning work.
The restaurant #Aegis was launched in 2020. It offers assistance to young people from Hong Kong who have been relocated to Taiwan after participating in last year’s pro-democracy protests.
Taipei’s city government condemned the attack and ordered the police to use “full resources” in hunting down the assailant.
A suspect was swiftly arrested in less than 12 hours. 3 more suspects masterminding behind the scene were also arrested on Oct 17, 2020.
Source: Stand News #Oct16
#CrossStrait
Entry Denial for a Taiwan military chartered flight into Hong Kong Flight Information Region
As the tension across the strait continue to heat up, a Taiwan military chartered flight heading for Dongsha Island Airport was reportedly denied entry into Hong Kong Flight Information Region.
The plane was requested to return to Kaohsiung Xiaogang Airport in Taiwan.
The Hong Kong's Civil Aviation Department responded to media inquiry that upon receiving Taiwan's civil aviation authorities’ request for the passage of a military chartered flight into the Hong Kong flight region. It stated the required minimum safety altitude was not met.
The Hong Kong authorities added that prior approval and coordination is required for any flight to enter Hong Kong’s flight information region when using the flight path concerned. The Deparrment stressed that they have acted in accordance with established mechanism and procedure.
Source: Stand News #Oct16
#Taiwan #FlightInformationZone #PratasIslands
Entry Denial for a Taiwan military chartered flight into Hong Kong Flight Information Region
As the tension across the strait continue to heat up, a Taiwan military chartered flight heading for Dongsha Island Airport was reportedly denied entry into Hong Kong Flight Information Region.
The plane was requested to return to Kaohsiung Xiaogang Airport in Taiwan.
The Hong Kong's Civil Aviation Department responded to media inquiry that upon receiving Taiwan's civil aviation authorities’ request for the passage of a military chartered flight into the Hong Kong flight region. It stated the required minimum safety altitude was not met.
The Hong Kong authorities added that prior approval and coordination is required for any flight to enter Hong Kong’s flight information region when using the flight path concerned. The Deparrment stressed that they have acted in accordance with established mechanism and procedure.
Source: Stand News #Oct16
#Taiwan #FlightInformationZone #PratasIslands
#Story #USsanctions #Iran
[Travel Reflections] Iranian friend worried for Hongkongers facing US sanctions
“I heard that Hong Kong is sanctioned by the United States. Is it true?” On the other side of the telephone was the voice of my Iranian friend in a worried tone.
I was caught off guard by the question, hesitated for a few seconds and then responded, “Probably yes...”
“What to do then? It’s no joking being sanctioned by the United States. Just look at our situation…. Do you need help?”
https://telegra.ph/Travel-Reflections-Iranian-friend-worried-for-Hongkongers-facing-US-sanctions-10-20
[Travel Reflections] Iranian friend worried for Hongkongers facing US sanctions
“I heard that Hong Kong is sanctioned by the United States. Is it true?” On the other side of the telephone was the voice of my Iranian friend in a worried tone.
I was caught off guard by the question, hesitated for a few seconds and then responded, “Probably yes...”
“What to do then? It’s no joking being sanctioned by the United States. Just look at our situation…. Do you need help?”
https://telegra.ph/Travel-Reflections-Iranian-friend-worried-for-Hongkongers-facing-US-sanctions-10-20
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[Travel Reflections] Iranian friend worried for Hongkongers facing US sanctions
Author： Kim Fan Wong
Canadian Consulate allowed to Visit Two China-Detained Canadian Citizens Online, Trudeau to discuss with Trump, Seeking for their Release
Source: Stand News #Oct11
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Canadian Consulate allowed to Visit Two China-Detained Canadian Citizens Online, Trudeau to discuss with Trump, Seeking for their Release
After detention of Meng Wenzhou, the daughter of Huawei founder, by Canada in December 2018. China arrested and prosecuted two Canadian citizens, a former diplomat Michael Kovrig and a businessman Michael Spavor. The Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs said today (October 11) that the ambassador to China, Dominic Barton, was granted virtual consular access to the two men on Friday and Saturday respectively, for the first time since January. Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau discussed this matter with the US President Donald Trump on a phone call and thanked Trump for U.S. support in seeking the immediate release of the two Canadian citizen.
The Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada issued a statement, deeply concerned by the arbitrary detention by Chinese authorities, saying that the last consular access was on January 13 and 14, and calling on China for the immediate release of two persons. The minister also said although it has no direct access to them, it would keep on assisting them and their families. Due to privacy concerns, it cannot not provide further information.
Source: Stand News #Oct11
https://bit.ly/3lHrWXH
#China #Canada #ArbitraryDetention #MichaelKovrig #MichaelSpavor #DominicBarton #JustinTrudeau #Trump #ConsularAccess
After detention of Meng Wenzhou, the daughter of Huawei founder, by Canada in December 2018. China arrested and prosecuted two Canadian citizens, a former diplomat Michael Kovrig and a businessman Michael Spavor. The Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs said today (October 11) that the ambassador to China, Dominic Barton, was granted virtual consular access to the two men on Friday and Saturday respectively, for the first time since January. Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau discussed this matter with the US President Donald Trump on a phone call and thanked Trump for U.S. support in seeking the immediate release of the two Canadian citizen.
The Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada issued a statement, deeply concerned by the arbitrary detention by Chinese authorities, saying that the last consular access was on January 13 and 14, and calling on China for the immediate release of two persons. The minister also said although it has no direct access to them, it would keep on assisting them and their families. Due to privacy concerns, it cannot not provide further information.
Source: Stand News #Oct11
https://bit.ly/3lHrWXH
#China #Canada #ArbitraryDetention #MichaelKovrig #MichaelSpavor #DominicBarton #JustinTrudeau #Trump #ConsularAccess
The World Against China - Chinese Embassy Instructs Indian Media to Follow One-china Principle, Indian Media Responds “India Is Free” in Editorial
Source: Apple Daily #Oct12
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The World Against China - Chinese Embassy Instructs Indian Media to Follow One-china Principle, Indian Media Responds “India Is Free” in Editorial
Previously, the Chinese Embassy in India instructed Indian media to follow the One-China principle when reporting on Taiwan and Double Ten celebrations and was met with much dissent. Hindustan Times published an editorial on Monday reminding China that it should not consider putting pressure on media in democratic India and calling on China to change its behaviours.
The Hindustan Times editorial on Monday was entitled “A reminder for China: India is free”. The article pointed out that on the eve of Taiwan’s National Day, the Chinese Embassy in India sent many Indian media agencies “suggestions” requesting them to report in compliance with the "Indian government's position on the Taiwan issue" and not to violate the One-China principle. The move incurred the enmity of the Indian press. India’s Ministry of External Affairs replied in a statement emphasising that Indian media may freely report on any topic as they please.
The editorial stated that the Bharatiya Janata Party’s Delhi spokesperson Tajinder Pal Singh Bagga hung up posters celebrating Double Ten Day outside the Chinese Embassy in India, and was met by the disparagement of the Embassy. The posters were subsequently removed because they “have not been authorised yet”. The incident reflected the undemocratic nature of the Chinese Embassy, consistent with the nature of CCP’s dictatorship. Nevertheless, “India is a proud democratic country with free and vibrant media, as well as transparent and healthy foreign policy debates.”
Source: Apple Daily #Oct12
#India #China #ChineseEmbassy #DoubleTenDay #TaiwanNationalDay #Bagga #HindustanTimes #BJP #OneChina
https://bit.ly/3445EJQ
Previously, the Chinese Embassy in India instructed Indian media to follow the One-China principle when reporting on Taiwan and Double Ten celebrations and was met with much dissent. Hindustan Times published an editorial on Monday reminding China that it should not consider putting pressure on media in democratic India and calling on China to change its behaviours.
The Hindustan Times editorial on Monday was entitled “A reminder for China: India is free”. The article pointed out that on the eve of Taiwan’s National Day, the Chinese Embassy in India sent many Indian media agencies “suggestions” requesting them to report in compliance with the "Indian government's position on the Taiwan issue" and not to violate the One-China principle. The move incurred the enmity of the Indian press. India’s Ministry of External Affairs replied in a statement emphasising that Indian media may freely report on any topic as they please.
The editorial stated that the Bharatiya Janata Party’s Delhi spokesperson Tajinder Pal Singh Bagga hung up posters celebrating Double Ten Day outside the Chinese Embassy in India, and was met by the disparagement of the Embassy. The posters were subsequently removed because they “have not been authorised yet”. The incident reflected the undemocratic nature of the Chinese Embassy, consistent with the nature of CCP’s dictatorship. Nevertheless, “India is a proud democratic country with free and vibrant media, as well as transparent and healthy foreign policy debates.”
Source: Apple Daily #Oct12
#India #China #ChineseEmbassy #DoubleTenDay #TaiwanNationalDay #Bagga #HindustanTimes #BJP #OneChina
https://bit.ly/3445EJQ
BTS Accused of Insulting China in a Speech that Mentioned the 70th Anniversary of the Korean War
Source: Now News #Oct12
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BTS Accused of Insulting China in a Speech that Mentioned the 70th Anniversary of the Korean War
South Korean boy band BTS made remarks on the Korean War recently, resulting in the accusation of insulting China by some Chinese netizens. Some business brands immediately removed products endorsed by BTS from Chinese websites, according to reports.
BTS was recently granted the General James A. Van Fleet Award for their contribution in promoting Korea-US relations through their musical works. Their acceptance speech kicked off the controversy.
RM, the leader of BTS, said that this year was the 70th anniversary of the Korean War and “we will always remember the history of pain that our two nations shared together, and the sacrifices of the countless men and women”. Chinese netizens accused this remark as insulting to China, claiming that BTS did not respect the Chinese People’s Volunteer Army who died heroically in the Korean War. Some people even initiated a BTS boycott.
#Korea #US #China #ChineseNetizens #BTS #RM #KoreanUSrelation #VanFleetAward #KoreanWar
Source: Now News #Oct12
https://news.now.com/home/international/player?newsId=408791&refer=Share
South Korean boy band BTS made remarks on the Korean War recently, resulting in the accusation of insulting China by some Chinese netizens. Some business brands immediately removed products endorsed by BTS from Chinese websites, according to reports.
BTS was recently granted the General James A. Van Fleet Award for their contribution in promoting Korea-US relations through their musical works. Their acceptance speech kicked off the controversy.
RM, the leader of BTS, said that this year was the 70th anniversary of the Korean War and “we will always remember the history of pain that our two nations shared together, and the sacrifices of the countless men and women”. Chinese netizens accused this remark as insulting to China, claiming that BTS did not respect the Chinese People’s Volunteer Army who died heroically in the Korean War. Some people even initiated a BTS boycott.
#Korea #US #China #ChineseNetizens #BTS #RM #KoreanUSrelation #VanFleetAward #KoreanWar
Source: Now News #Oct12
https://news.now.com/home/international/player?newsId=408791&refer=Share
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BTS發表有關韓戰70周年言論 被指辱華
【Now新聞台】南韓男子偶像團體防彈少年團BTS早前發表有關韓戰的言論，被部分內地網民批評為辱華。據報，有商業品牌隨即將BTS代言的商品下架。
Samsung, FILA and Hyundai Have Removed BTS-Related Posts and Ads from Chinese Websites and Social Media after the K-Pop Boy Band’s ‘Controversial’ Speech Outraged Chinese Netizens
Source: Stands News #Oct13
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Samsung, FILA and Hyundai Have Removed BTS-Related Posts and Ads from Chinese Websites and Social Media after the K-Pop Boy Band’s ‘Controversial’ Speech Outraged Chinese Netizens
Chinese netizens are outraged by BTS, the K-pop boy band global sensation, over the mentioning of the Korean War in an award-acceptance speech earlier. Zhao Lijian, the spokesperson of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Information Department, stated that he was aware of the related reports and the responses from netizens. The South Korean company Samsung has since removed products launched in conjunction with BTS from online stores in China. The car manufacturer Hyundai and the sports brand FILA have also removed posts related to BTS on their Chinese social media accounts.
Samsung has launched a special edition series of mobile phones and earphones with BTS this July. However, the products are no longer available on Chinese shopping websites JD.com, Tmall and Samsung’s official Chinese website after online dispute of BTS arose. Hyundai and FILA, which have invited BTS to endorse their products, have also removed all BTS-related posts from their official Weibo accounts earlier.
When a journalist asked about the Chinese netizens’ outrage on BTS at a regular press conference hosted by Zhao Lijian, he answered, "I am aware of the related reports, as well as the responses from Chinese netizens. We should learn from history, face the future, treasure peace and promote friendship. These are the things that we should pursue together, worthy to strive for together."
During the acceptance speech of the General James A. Van Fleet Award, an award granted to those individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the promotion of US-Korean relations, BTS’s leader RM said, “We will always remember the history of pain that our two nations shared together, and the sacrifices of the countless men and women.” This single sentence had apparently outraged Chinese netizens, despite the fact that China was not mentioned in the speech at all.
#China #BTS #ChineseNetizens #ZhaoLijian #Samsung #Hyundai #FILA #SocialMedia
Source: Stands News #Oct13
https://bit.ly/3o0D8Ro
Chinese netizens are outraged by BTS, the K-pop boy band global sensation, over the mentioning of the Korean War in an award-acceptance speech earlier. Zhao Lijian, the spokesperson of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Information Department, stated that he was aware of the related reports and the responses from netizens. The South Korean company Samsung has since removed products launched in conjunction with BTS from online stores in China. The car manufacturer Hyundai and the sports brand FILA have also removed posts related to BTS on their Chinese social media accounts.
Samsung has launched a special edition series of mobile phones and earphones with BTS this July. However, the products are no longer available on Chinese shopping websites JD.com, Tmall and Samsung’s official Chinese website after online dispute of BTS arose. Hyundai and FILA, which have invited BTS to endorse their products, have also removed all BTS-related posts from their official Weibo accounts earlier.
When a journalist asked about the Chinese netizens’ outrage on BTS at a regular press conference hosted by Zhao Lijian, he answered, "I am aware of the related reports, as well as the responses from Chinese netizens. We should learn from history, face the future, treasure peace and promote friendship. These are the things that we should pursue together, worthy to strive for together."
During the acceptance speech of the General James A. Van Fleet Award, an award granted to those individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the promotion of US-Korean relations, BTS’s leader RM said, “We will always remember the history of pain that our two nations shared together, and the sacrifices of the countless men and women.” This single sentence had apparently outraged Chinese netizens, despite the fact that China was not mentioned in the speech at all.
#China #BTS #ChineseNetizens #ZhaoLijian #Samsung #Hyundai #FILA #SocialMedia
Source: Stands News #Oct13
https://bit.ly/3o0D8Ro
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#FirstHand
Police arrest protester for chanting pro-democracy slogan
1935 | #YohoMall, #YuenLong
15 months have passed since the 721 attack, where white-clad triad members, allegedly colluding with the Hong Kong Police Force, indiscriminately attacked civilians and passersby.
Since then, citizens gather in Yoho Mall every 21st of the month to remember the incident and protest the violence and police inaction at nearby Yuen Long Station last year.
A protester, usually seen dressed in the costume of “Captain America”, was arrested soon after he chanted pro-democracy slogans at Yoho mall. He was later seen being taken to a black 7-seater at the basement level of the mall.
#PoliceBrutality #NeverForget #NeverForgive #YuenLong721
Police arrest protester for chanting pro-democracy slogan
1935 | #YohoMall, #YuenLong
15 months have passed since the 721 attack, where white-clad triad members, allegedly colluding with the Hong Kong Police Force, indiscriminately attacked civilians and passersby.
Since then, citizens gather in Yoho Mall every 21st of the month to remember the incident and protest the violence and police inaction at nearby Yuen Long Station last year.
A protester, usually seen dressed in the costume of “Captain America”, was arrested soon after he chanted pro-democracy slogans at Yoho mall. He was later seen being taken to a black 7-seater at the basement level of the mall.
#PoliceBrutality #NeverForget #NeverForgive #YuenLong721
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PPRB officers asked journalists for press ID for verification
1940 | #Yohomall, #YuenLong
Moments later, officers of Police Public Relations Bureau and uniformed police requested all journalists on the spot to prepare their press identity cards for verification.
#PoliceBrutality #NeverForget #NeverForgive #YuenLong721
PPRB officers asked journalists for press ID for verification
1940 | #Yohomall, #YuenLong
Moments later, officers of Police Public Relations Bureau and uniformed police requested all journalists on the spot to prepare their press identity cards for verification.
#PoliceBrutality #NeverForget #NeverForgive #YuenLong721
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#FirstHand
2000 | #Yohomall, #YuenLong
Targeting young civilians, a large group of armed police was sighted to intercept a reporter in a black T-shirt and ask for press ID for verification.
#PoliceBrutality #NeverForget #NeverForgive #YuenLong721
2000 | #Yohomall, #YuenLong
Targeting young civilians, a large group of armed police was sighted to intercept a reporter in a black T-shirt and ask for press ID for verification.
#PoliceBrutality #NeverForget #NeverForgive #YuenLong721
#Save12HKYouths
Concern Group Calls for Local and International Attention to Save 12 Pro-democracy Hongkongers Arrested by China
Source: InMedia #Oct20
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Concern Group Calls for Local and International Attention to Save 12 Pro-democracy Hongkongers Arrested by China
Concern group convener Owen Chow Ka-shing, former Secretary General of Demosisto Joshua Wong Chi-fung and former legislator Eddie Chu Hoi-dik and district councillor Lester Shum called for an online assembly on Sunday, October 25, to show support to the 12 Hongkongers detained in China and their families.
Owen Chow expressed that only international attention could bring hope to this case. He revealed that 30 cities will voice support in various formats around the globe, such as assembly or rally from October 23 to October 25.
With reference to Granny Wong’s experience of detainment in China, Eddie Chu expressed that with more attention from Hong Kong and around the world, the treatment of those detained in China will be significantly improved. He asked Hongkongers to continue paying attention to the case in order to put pressure on Chinese authorities.
Joshua Wong sponsored printing 50,000 copies of “Never Forget 12 Fellow Protesters” on transparency sheets in a bid to encourage Hongkongers’ continued support. Each sheet carried a name of one of the detainees, a small boat and a short message that read, “Bring Them Back”.
The design of the transparencies was inspired by Zhen Jianghua, a human right activist in China who was also arrested and detained.
Lester Shum said that 23 October marks the 60th day since the 12 youths' official arrest and detainment in China. Shum asked for Hongkongers' attention on this case, which he believed would provide support to the detainees and their families, so that they would know that they were not left alone.
Source: InMedia HK #Oct20
https://bit.ly/3kgCf4O
#FailedState #12LivesMatter
#LesterShum #JoshuaWong #EddieChu #OwenChow
Concern Group Calls for Local and International Attention to Save 12 Pro-democracy Hongkongers Arrested by China
Concern group convener Owen Chow Ka-shing, former Secretary General of Demosisto Joshua Wong Chi-fung and former legislator Eddie Chu Hoi-dik and district councillor Lester Shum called for an online assembly on Sunday, October 25, to show support to the 12 Hongkongers detained in China and their families.
Owen Chow expressed that only international attention could bring hope to this case. He revealed that 30 cities will voice support in various formats around the globe, such as assembly or rally from October 23 to October 25.
With reference to Granny Wong’s experience of detainment in China, Eddie Chu expressed that with more attention from Hong Kong and around the world, the treatment of those detained in China will be significantly improved. He asked Hongkongers to continue paying attention to the case in order to put pressure on Chinese authorities.
Joshua Wong sponsored printing 50,000 copies of “Never Forget 12 Fellow Protesters” on transparency sheets in a bid to encourage Hongkongers’ continued support. Each sheet carried a name of one of the detainees, a small boat and a short message that read, “Bring Them Back”.
The design of the transparencies was inspired by Zhen Jianghua, a human right activist in China who was also arrested and detained.
Lester Shum said that 23 October marks the 60th day since the 12 youths' official arrest and detainment in China. Shum asked for Hongkongers' attention on this case, which he believed would provide support to the detainees and their families, so that they would know that they were not left alone.
Source: InMedia HK #Oct20
https://bit.ly/3kgCf4O
#FailedState #12LivesMatter
#LesterShum #JoshuaWong #EddieChu #OwenChow
#YesterdayinHistory #HongKongChronicles
One Year On: Pro-democracy Protests Connect Hongkongers of Different Ethnicities
Jeffrey Andrews, a social worker in Hong Kong, wrote on his Facebook on Oct 21, 2020:
"Last year [Oct 20, 2019], the Kowloon Mosque, the Chungking Mansions and the minority community faced frustration. We distributed water outside the Chungking Mansions, in a hope to resolve the tension.Who could imagine that this help us achieve the effect of "we connect"?
We are thankful that many Hongkongers reached out and built bridge with us.
This is our Hong Kong."
[Editor's note: During the Kowloon March on October 20, 2019, the Hong Kong police fired blue-colored water cannon at the Kowloon Mosque, infuriatiating the religious community in Hong Kong.
For more details, please see:
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8780
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8781]
Source: Jeffrey Andrews' Facebook #Oct21
https://www.facebook.com/112620733826853/posts/164974081924851/
#SouthEastAsian #Hongkongers
One Year On: Pro-democracy Protests Connect Hongkongers of Different Ethnicities
Jeffrey Andrews, a social worker in Hong Kong, wrote on his Facebook on Oct 21, 2020:
"Last year [Oct 20, 2019], the Kowloon Mosque, the Chungking Mansions and the minority community faced frustration. We distributed water outside the Chungking Mansions, in a hope to resolve the tension.Who could imagine that this help us achieve the effect of "we connect"?
We are thankful that many Hongkongers reached out and built bridge with us.
This is our Hong Kong."
[Editor's note: During the Kowloon March on October 20, 2019, the Hong Kong police fired blue-colored water cannon at the Kowloon Mosque, infuriatiating the religious community in Hong Kong.
For more details, please see:
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8780
https://t.me/guardiansofhongkong/8781]
Source: Jeffrey Andrews' Facebook #Oct21
https://www.facebook.com/112620733826853/posts/164974081924851/
#SouthEastAsian #Hongkongers
Victim of #PoliceBrutality: Homeless Vietnamese Hangs Himself to Death in Hong Kong
Source: Stand News #Oct16
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Source: Stand News #Oct16
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