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Tag Archives: Hong Kong
Hong Kong: We cried a lot’: Hong Kong family torn apart as protester seeks asylum in Australia
“Leaving a place that I love was very difficult. We’re all Hong Kong people who come out to protest because we love Hong Kong. But now we are forced to leave.” Jay* is a former Hong Kong resident who attended many … Continue reading
Posted in Geographic Updates: East Asia
Tagged COVID19, East Asia, Hong Kong, Situation Update
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The Briefing: Australia as a Safe Haven For Hong Kong?
Australia: Australia has been accused of finding some refugees more equal than others, after suggesting resettlement opportunities to Hong Kong Nationals in response to China’s new security laws, but only for skilled workers. Tensions have already been mounting with China, … Continue reading
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Tagged Australia, COVID19, Government Policies, Hong Kong, Refugees
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Hong Kong: Frustrated Hong Kong asylum seekers want to join Covid-19 fight
For many people classified as “non-essential workers,” the Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in the loss of employment and income. But Claudine, 47, a trained nurse, remains unseen and unable to work, despite a demand for skilled people like her. Claudine, … Continue reading
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Tagged Health, Hong Kong, Refugee Participation
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Hong Kong: Concerns over Immigration Detention Centre Conditions and Migrant Worker Rights
Human rights lawyers have raised concerns over the high risk conditions of Immigration Detention Centres for the spread of COVID-19 amongst detainees. Castle Peak Bay Immigration Detention Centre has been particularly criticised following reports of “rats in the premises, malfunctioning toilets, … Continue reading
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Tagged COVID19, East Asia, Government Policies, Health, Hong Kong, Immigration Detention, Refugee Participation, Refugees, Work Rights
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