Umbrella Revolution

Oberon · 09-29-14, 06:45 AM

Meanwhile in Hong Kong:

Sadly it seems like the pigeons released in 1997 have come home to roost, Beijing has been increasing its stranglehold over Hong Kong and now it's come to breaking point for the citizens of the city who consider themselves autonomous of Beijing.
Naturally, the PRC has activated the Great Firewall so there's not much chance of it spreading beyond Hong Kong, but the next few days will be telling for the future of the city and its inhabitants, and most importantly for Beijing, the trade generated from it.

Sources of information:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-29405576

http://www.reddit.com/live/tnc30xhiiqom

Wolferz · 09-29-14, 10:49 AM

I see the Chinese aren't above using chemical weapons on the populace... or tanks.

Skybird · 09-29-14, 12:02 PM

Wasn't it to bne expected that Bejing would enforce its rule sooner or later after London gave HK back? Did anyone seriously believe that the Chinese would stick with their promises forever? After all, China's government form is strictly totalitarian.

Stealhead · 09-29-14, 10:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wolferz

I see the Chinese aren't above using chemical weapons on the populace... or tanks.

You find that shocking? We are talking about the PRC might want to read up Chinese history something interesting happened there from 1965~1974 also in 1988. Also look up Tibet.

Jimbuna · 09-30-14, 05:36 AM

I ask myself....when will the mainlands patience run out?

Skybird · 09-30-14, 05:46 AM

They probably would prefer strangling python tactics this time instead of screams and drama a la Tiananmen massacre. Bureaucracy, creeping legislation, silent law making - the omnipresence of the pythons muscular body constricting more and more around its victim.

The only chance of Honkong also is the biggest risk: to push their protests more and more to make them be heard in and springing to other Chinese metropoles as well. Fear of this happening may make the party act either this or that way: either to give ground, which is against its elitist self-understanding, or to crack down hard on the protesters and killing the rebellion before it can spread.

Well, its China, it had to be expected that this crisis would emerge. Nobody should be surprised. The claims of Bejiong for control of HK in the future will not shrink, but grow. And in the long run, they will get through. If not this time, then one of the next times.

Jimbuna · 09-30-14, 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skybird

The only chance of Honkong also is the biggest risk: to push their protests more and more to make them be heard in and springing to other Chinese metropoles as well. Fear of this happening may make the party act either this or that way: either to give ground, which is against its elitist self-understanding, or to crack down hard on the protesters and killing the rebellion before it can spread.

I personally think that if push came to shove the 'party' would choose the latter course...nothing in past history suggests any other.

09-29-14, 06:45 AM	#1
Oberon Lucky Jack Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 25,976 Downloads: 61 Uploads: 20	Umbrella Revolution Meanwhile in Hong Kong: Sadly it seems like the pigeons released in 1997 have come home to roost, Beijing has been increasing its stranglehold over Hong Kong and now it's come to breaking point for the citizens of the city who consider themselves autonomous of Beijing. Naturally, the PRC has activated the Great Firewall so there's not much chance of it spreading beyond Hong Kong, but the next few days will be telling for the future of the city and its inhabitants, and most importantly for Beijing, the trade generated from it. Sources of information: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-29405576 http://www.reddit.com/live/tnc30xhiiqom

09-29-14, 10:49 AM	#2
Wolferz Navy Seal Join Date: May 2007 Location: On a mighty quest for the Stick of Truth Posts: 5,963 Downloads: 52 Uploads: 0	I see the Chinese aren't above using chemical weapons on the populace... or tanks. __________________ Tomorrow never comes

09-29-14, 12:02 PM	#3
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,632 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Wasn't it to bne expected that Bejing would enforce its rule sooner or later after London gave HK back? Did anyone seriously believe that the Chinese would stick with their promises forever? After all, China's government form is strictly totalitarian. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.

09-30-14, 05:36 AM	#5
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,552 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	I ask myself....when will the mainlands patience run out? __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

09-30-14, 05:46 AM	#6
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,632 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	They probably would prefer strangling python tactics this time instead of screams and drama a la Tiananmen massacre. Bureaucracy, creeping legislation, silent law making - the omnipresence of the pythons muscular body constricting more and more around its victim. The only chance of Honkong also is the biggest risk: to push their protests more and more to make them be heard in and springing to other Chinese metropoles as well. Fear of this happening may make the party act either this or that way: either to give ground, which is against its elitist self-understanding, or to crack down hard on the protesters and killing the rebellion before it can spread. Well, its China, it had to be expected that this crisis would emerge. Nobody should be surprised. The claims of Bejiong for control of HK in the future will not shrink, but grow. And in the long run, they will get through. If not this time, then one of the next times. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.