HK entering uncharted political territory post 'Umbrella Revolution'
Former protesters prepare to take office, advocate possible split from China
Hong Kong
TWO years after the pro-democracy "Umbrella Revolution" began, Hong Kong is entering uncharted political territory as former protesters prepare to take office, advocating a possible split from China.
The first major elections since the 2014 rallies saw rebel politicians win seats earlier this month as fears grow that Beijing is tightening its grip on the city in a number of areas, from politics to education and the media.
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