Ep 4 Hong Kong: The China problem

The podcast examines the erosion of freedom of speech in Hong Kong following the implementation of China's national security law. It highlights the closure of Apple Daily and the arrest of Jimmy Lai as symbols of Beijing's tightening control. Glacier Kwong shares her experience with self-censorship even in exile, while Stephen Vines recounts the increasing restrictions on media within Hong Kong. Cedric Alviani notes the denial of visas to journalists and the chilling effect of potential repercussions on reporting. The discussion further explores whether the West should prioritize values over economic engagement with China and consider more confrontational policies.