Research Stories
A Sliver of Hope for Hong Kong
The promise of 'one country, two system' model for Hong Kong has descended into increasing conflict and intransigence, as recent clashes illustrate. But that does not mean there are no options for moving forward, suggests a forthcoming book from the Faculty of Law.
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Frank Dikӧtter's new book documents how dictators of the 20th century used the cult of personality to solidify their power.
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A unique aspect of Hong Kong law courts has been the frequent use of English as the trial language in a predominantly Cantonese-speaking society. An HKU scholar examines the challenges this creates.
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