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Lack of effort in penning manifestos that explain what they stand for a sign that some are not really keen to contest city’s first ‘patriots’-only election, observers say. ....
Japan increasingly concerned over Hong Kong election reforms Japan s top government spokesman on Friday said the country is increasingly concerned over Hong Kong a day after its legislature approved a sweeping electoral overhaul ordered by China to ensure that only Beijing loyalists rule the city. We are increasingly and gravely concerned about the impact on the freedom of speech and media, which have served as the basis for the democratic and stable development that had benefited Hong Kong, said Chief Cabinet Secretary Katsunobu Kato at a news conference. Kato added Japan will convey its thoughts and concerns to China while closely working with the international community. ....
While the justice secretary has suggested decade-old comments could play a role in disqualifying election hopefuls, some predict few who are likely to be eliminated will even reach police vetting stage given new barriers to running for office. ....