Asia Global Institute Director of Policy Research Heribert Dieter discusses on German National Radio why Hong Kong anti-extradition bill protesters have continued their fight despite the withdrawal of the bill, and what has motivated white-collar professionals to join the increasingly violent cause.
Asia Global Institute Director of Policy Research Heribert Dieter discusses on German National Radio why the Hong Kong anti-extradition bill protesters have continued their fight despite the withdrawal of the bill, and what has motivated white-collar professionals to join the increasingly violent cause. Dieter concludes that understanding the ongoing protests would require examining the fight for political freedom in relation to other socioeconomic factors.
Listen to the full interview here (German only).
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