Hong Kong’s leader says his government will keep monitoring for any non-compliance with a court order that bans a popular protest song. John Lee said if any of such instances were found, the government would then notify the relevant internet platforms about the content of the injunction.
FILE - Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee speaks at a reception following a flag raising ceremony for the celebration of 74th National Day of the People’s Republic of China at the Golden Bauhinia Square in Hong Kong on Oct. 1, 2023. Hong Kong ’s leader said Tuesday, May 21, 2024, his administration would keep monitoring for any non-compliance with a court order that bans a popular protest song, days after YouTube blocked access to dozens of videos of the tune in the city.
In his weekly news briefing, Chief Executive John Lee said if the government found any instances of non-compliance, it would then notify the relevant internet platforms about the content of the injunction. The court ban sought by the government has raised concerns over a further decline in the city’s freedom of expression and internet freedom. Critics have also warned it might disrupt the operation of tech giants and undermine the city’s appeal as a global financial hub.Climbing limits are being set on Mount Fuji to fight crowds and litteringLast week, YouTube blocked access to 32 videos of the song that were deemed to be “prohibited publications” under the injunction for viewers in the city.
The Associated Press found videos of the song on YouTube on Tuesday morning. The song is also available on Spotify and Apple Music.
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