Vigil

Vigil explores the evolving relationship between Hong Kong and China, highlighting the ongoing efforts by China's Communist Party to harmonize the city with mainland norms, while residents fiercely resist to preserve their unique freedoms. Drawing on the author's visits and expertise on protests against authoritarian regimes, the narrative examines the push-and-pull between government initiatives and citizen activism. The story showcases both the resilience and the challenges faced by Hong Kong's people amid the broader context of China's rising global influence.