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Hong Kong votes in legislative election after deadly fire
Turnout rose slightly to 31.4%, amid the first election under Beijing's 2021 overhaul limiting candidates to vetted 'patriots' after a fire killed 159 in Tai Po.
- The Hong Kong government has mounted a campaign for residents to vote in the Legislative Council election, with all candidates vetted for loyalty to China.
- The election occurs as Hong Kong mourns a deadly fire that killed nearly 160 people last month, with authorities distributing aid and arresting suspects.
- Authorities are offering various incentives, such as vouchers and free entry to public facilities, to encourage voter turnout in the election.
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About one and a half weeks after a deadly fire in several high-rise buildings, Hong Kong voted on its new parliament with a very low turnout. Candidates were only allowed to pre-examine »patriots«.
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Salzburger NachrichtenDuring the election, Beijing's control was once again demonstrated: just over a week and a half after the deadly fire disaster, Hong Kong voted with very low participation on a largely regulated parliament.
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Hong Kong Elections: The Hong Kong elections are now only open to "patriots." To boost turnout, voters received thank-you cards that…
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