Hong Kong
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Contested Sovereignty and Asymmetric Autonomy
Contested Sovereignty and Asymmetric Autonomy: A Comparative Study of Subnational Movements and State Responses Abstract This article explores the complex dynamics of contested sovereignty and subnational autonomy through a comparative analysis of seven cases: Québec (Canada), Catalonia (Spain), Kosovo (Serbia), Hong Kong (China), Greenland (Denmark), Taiwan (China), and Hong Kong…
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Hong Kong’s Autonomy and Beijing’s Control
Hong Kong’s Autonomy and Beijing’s Control: Historical and Strategic Implications Introduction Hong Kong’s evolving political status represents a critical case in the global discourse on autonomy, sovereignty, and authoritarian consolidation. Once a symbol of liberal economic governance under Chinese sovereignty, Hong Kong’s semi-autonomous status has come under increasing strain due…
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The China–Hong Kong Conflict
The China–Hong Kong Conflict: Historical Roots, Causes, and Global Implications Introduction The evolving conflict between the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) represents a significant case study in the intersection of post-colonial governance, civil liberties, and geopolitical power dynamics. Following its return to…