Since the introduction of the security law in Hong Kong, rallies of any kind have been few and far between
Hundreds of people were killed when the Chinese military cracked down on pro-democracy protests in early June 1989, ending whatever lingering hopes there were for political liberalization in China. For decades after, Hong Kong was the only place on Chinese soil where major commemorations of the massacre were held, with tens of thousands gathering annually in the city’s Victoria Park for a candlelit vigil.
“Do not try to test the boundaries or our determination and commitment in enforcing the law in this operation,” Mr. Liauw said. That law came into force several weeks after the 2020 anniversary, and despite coronavirus restrictions and police warnings, about 20,000 people did show up in Victoria Park. Several prominent activists, including Jimmy Lai, publisher of the now-defunct pro-democracy tabloid Apple Daily,In the years since, a heavy police presence has prevented any major public gathering, and with coronavirus restrictions now lifted, the authorities are not taking any chances this weekend.
His ministers have even skirted mention of the event they are so concerned about, with security chief Chris Tang warning of potential disruption around a “very special occasion.”
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