Tiananmen Square

Tang Ngok-kwan continues to discreetly remember the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown in Hong Kong, despite its status as a political taboo in mainland China. Despite an annual candlelight vigil vanishing and fellow activists being incarcerated, Tang visits historical sites like Victoria Park on the eve of the anniversary. Furthermore, two former colleagues were convicted under a Beijing-imposed national security law for allegedly inciting others to overthrow the leadership of China’s Communist Party.

Years after Hong Kong’s annual vigil for the Tiananmen Square crackdown concluded, former organizer Tang Ngok-kwan still discreetly visits memorial sites in the city despite convictions.

Two organizers, Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung, were convicted by government-approved judges for inciting others to overthrow China's communist leadership under a national security law. The former leaders of the Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China face up to 10 years in prison. The court ruled that calling to "end one-party dictatorship" was interpreted as undermining its constitutional leadership status.

Two former organizers of Hong Kong’s annual vigils, Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung, were convicted for inciting subversion under a national security law. The judges ruled that calling to “end one-party dictatorship” meant undermining the Communist Party's leadership status. They face a maximum prison term of 10 years.

Two former organizers, Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung, were convicted of inciting others to overthrow China's communist system under a government-approved national security law. They were leaders of the Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China. The charges are considered among the latest developments involving Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement, symbolizing the erosion of freedom of expression.

Two organizers, Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung, faced charges of inciting subversion in a national security case related to Hong Kong's 1989 Tiananmen Square commemoration under a China-imposed law. They, along with their organization, the Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China, pleaded not guilty to facing up to 10 years in prison if convicted. Observers view this trial as symbolizing the decline of freedom of expression in the former British colony.

Chinese dissident Dong Guangping escaped to Canada after a perilous dinghy journey to South Korea, following previous failed attempts to flee China. He faced detention in South Korea and has a history of activism related to the 1989 Tiananmen Square events, enduring imprisonment, surveillance, and restricted benefits.

Chinese dissident Dong Guangping escaped China via a perilous 40-hour dinghy journey to South Korea, where he was detained, before eventually arriving in Canada. He had previously attempted to flee to Thailand, Vietnam, and a Taiwanese island, facing deportation each time.

A collection of 2,000 photographs smuggled out of China and shared with The Post depicts the lead-up to and aftermath of the June 4 massacre, including scenes of Chinese resistance and clashes with the People’s army at Tiananmen Square.

China rebuked the United States for labeling its top companies as military entities. A Chinese flag was displayed in Tiananmen Square, Beijing.

Chinese authorities have barred families of victims from visiting graves on the 37th anniversary of the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown, intensifying efforts to suppress public remembrance. The Tiananmen Mothers group and Amnesty International highlighted ongoing censorship and suppression, while U.S. and Chinese officials exchanged statements on the anniversary.

Wu'er Kaixi, a leader during the 1989 protests, spoke to DW on the Tiananmen Square massacre anniversary about his personal loss and decades in exile. The interview focused on his experiences and criticism of China.

Chinese authorities have prohibited families of victims from visiting a Beijing cemetery on the 37th anniversary of the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown. Relatives, part of the Tiananmen Mothers group, have historically held annual memorial visits, but police intensified restrictions this year. International figures like U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned the censorship, while China's Foreign Ministry dismissed the criticism as interference.

On June 4, 1989, Chinese troops suppressed a seven-week protest in Tiananmen Square, resulting in hundreds to thousands of pro-democracy demonstrators and dozens of soldiers killed. Other historical events on this date include the U.S. House of Representatives declaring war on Britain in 1812, the approval of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution in 1919, the Dunkirk evacuation in 1940, the Battle of Midway in 1942, and Saudi Arabia issuing its first drivers' licenses to women in 2018.

China ordered a Times reporter to leave, and the U.S. reciprocated. The incident occurred during President Trump’s visit to Beijing, where U.S. and Chinese flags were displayed over Tiananmen Square.

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping wore similar suits during a welcome ceremony in Tiananmen Square, mirroring each other's attire. The suits were blue, single-breasted with flap pockets, and both leaders wore red ties. This mirroring may signal alignment between the two leaders.

President Trump received a lavish welcome in Tiananmen Square from China's leader, marking the beginning of a high-stakes summit. Key topics discussed included Iran, Taiwan, and trade deals. Secretary of State Marco Rubio shared this information with NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Llamas.

Chinese President Xi Jinping warned US President Donald Trump of potential clashes and conflicts over Taiwan during a two-hour meeting in Beijing. The leaders discussed various global issues, including the war in the Middle East and the Ukraine conflict. Human rights and climate crisis cooperation are unlikely to be discussed.

China has allowed global funds to trade government bond futures, marking a significant step in opening its financial markets to international investors. This policy change aims to enhance liquidity and attract foreign capital into China's bond market.

Kim Jong Un met with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing's Tiananmen Square on September 3, likely to discuss geopolitical matters ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump's China trip. The gathering highlights ongoing diplomatic engagement among major world leaders.