Japan called for a free and open Hong Kong under the “one country, two systems” policy as pro-democracy demonstrators continue to throng the streets.
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Hong Kong leader offers talks with protesters but demonstration continue
Hong Kong government temporarily shuts down its headquarters as protesters block the entrances in the largest demonstration the city has seen since its handover back to Chinese authority last 1997.
Hong Kong leader will not step down
Hong Kong leader did not comply with the ultimatum given by pro-democracy protesters for him to step down, saying that the protesters should respect the law while the protests continue.
Hong Kong leader refuses to resign but offers talks with protesters
BY CLARE BALDWIN AND JOHN RUWITCH (Reuters) – Hong Kong leader Leung Chun-ying defied pro-democracy protesters’ demands to step down by Friday, and repeated police warnings that the consequences would be serious if they sought to surround or occupy government buildings. Leung, speaking to reporters just minutes before an ultimatum for him to resign expired, also said that Chief Secretary Carrie Lam would hold a meeting with students soon to discuss political reforms. He gave no time frame. […]
Taiwanese demonstrate in support of Hong Kong Pro-Democracy demonstrators
About 100 protesters gathered outside the Hong Kong representative office in Taiwan, demanding that all political and economic talks with China end immediately, in a show of support to the pro-democracy rally in Hong Kong.
More than 30 people presumed dead following Mt. Ontake’s eruption
More than 500 rescuers in Japan continue their ongoing efforts of searching for victims of Mt. Ontake’s unexpected eruption over the weekend.
Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters injured
In Hong Kong, 26 demonstrators were injured after being subjected to tear gas and beatings in the continuing pro-democracy rallies. This resulted in the declaration of formal civil disobedience in the said Chinese territory, where classes and work were suspended. Said demonstration is now at its third day. An estimated 100 activists were arrested due to joining in the pro-democracy rally.
Hong Kong resorts to tear gas to break up democracy protesters after warnings
(Reuters) – Hong Kong police used tear gas for the first time on Sunday to disperse pro-democracy protests and baton-charged the crowd blocking a key road in the government district after Hong Kong and Chinese officials warned against illegal demonstrations. The city’s Admiralty district had descended into chaos as chanting pro-democracy protesters converged on police barricades surrounding their colleagues who had earlier launched a “new era” of civil disobedience to pressure Beijing into granting full […]
Over 30 feared dead after Japan volcano spews ash and rock
(Reuters) – More than 30 people were feared dead on Sunday near the peak of the Japanese volcano that erupted a day earlier, sending a huge cloud of ash and rock tumbling down its slopes, while packed with hikers. Police said they were found in a state of “cardiopulmonary” arrest, but declined to confirm their deaths pending a formal examination, as per Japanese custom. Hundreds of people, including children, were stranded on Mount Ontake after it erupted […]
Goggles at the ready as Hong Kong activists brace for crackdown
(Reuters) – Thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators surrounding Hong Kong government headquarters braced for a showdown with police on Sunday after accelerating a plan to shut down the heart of the global financial hub. Leaders and supporters of the Occupy Central with Love and Peace movement, many wearing plastic capes and goggles to fend off any police pepper spray attack, urged the public to join the protest to pressure Beijing to allow free elections in the […]
Hong Kong clashes, arrests kick-start plans to blockade city
(Reuters) – Violent clashes between Hong Kong riot police and students galvanized tens of thousands of supporters for the city’s pro-democracy movement and kick-started a plan to lock down the heart of the Asian financial center early on Sunday. Leaders and supporters of Occupy Central with Love and Peace rallied to support students who were doused with pepper spray early on Saturday after they broke through police barriers and stormed the city’s government headquarters. “Whoever […]
Japan struggles against inflation
Despite Bank of Japan’s confidence, the country continues to struggle against inflation.
