Hong Kong Arrests Roman Catholic Cardinal

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    The Spin

    Anti-China narrative

    Beijing fears that any trace of freedom in Hong Kong might spread to mainland China and undermine CCP legitimacy. By arresting Zen, pro-Beijing authorities are attempting to curb religious liberty. This is their latest venture after extinguishing political dissent, freedom of the press and the independence of the judiciary.

    Pro-China narrative

    This is simply about law and order being correctly enforced by Hong Kong authorities. Illegal activities must be punished regardless of who takes part in them. The arrest of the 612 Humanitarian Relief Fund's trustees is justified - this was an irregular organization funded by anti-China forces.


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