The central government is likely to bypass local officials, just as it did with last year’s national security law.

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Beijing continues to tighten its control over Hong Kong as the Communist Party plans to overhaul the electoral system in the autonomous territory. The electoral reforms, which are expected to pass in March, will further erode the pro-democracy movement.

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All election participants will have to swear allegiance or face five-year ban under bill to be tabled next month Hong Kong’s government has announced electoral changes requiring office-holders to pledge and maintain an oath of loyalty to Hong Kong and Beijing, or face disqualification and a five-year ban on running for re-election. A bill to “ensure patriots govern Hong Kong” has been endorsed by the...

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