Hong Kong people do not keep silent and I urge people around the world to keep their eyes on Hong Kong and the passion with which people are fighting for basic rights. We never give up and we will not be silenced.
Joshua WongRead
Hong Kong was promised democracy under the framework known as 'one country, two systems,' and China is ignoring this promise. The international community should be more attuned to this. It matters.
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What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of democracy for Hong Kong and criticizes China's disregard for its promises.
In this quote, Joshua Wong expresses concern over China's failure to uphold its promise of democracy in Hong Kong, as outlined in the 'one country, two systems' framework. He urges the international community to recognize the significance of this issue, indicating that the implications of ignoring these promises extend beyond Hong Kong and resonate globally. Wong's statement highlights the ongoing struggle for democratic freedoms and the importance of international support in these matters.
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DemocracyHong KongChinaPromiseInternational Community
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During a speech at an international seminar on human rights.
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