Freedom of Expression
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Elevates the principle of peaceful dissent as a fundamental right being suppressed.
Narrative framing centers on the suppression of peaceful protest, citing UN statements affirming the right to dissent without fear.
“Individuals have the right to express dissent peacefully without fear of violence, intimidation or reprisals”
Freedom of expression in Hong Kong framed as systematically excluded and suppressed
The article highlights the banning of vigils, disbanding of civil society groups, and detention of artists attempting symbolic commemoration, framing free speech as marginalized.
“Annual vigils in Hong Kong's Victoria Park used to attract tens of thousands of people each year until the event was banned in 2020 during the first year of the coronavirus pandemic.”