The Globalist

Hong Kong was the last significant Western colonial possession. Its handover to China marked the rise of Asia.

July 1, 2017 marks the 20th anniversary of Britain handing Hong Kong to China.

A new generation believes it can succeed in something its predecessors could not.

A rich business society, but with a suffering majority.

How will Shenzhen managing its growth as it becomes even more deeply entwined with the neighboring metropolis of Hong Kong?

How have Shanghai and Hong Kong contributed profoundly to China’s economic progress?

What makes Hong Kong's political crisis a beacon of hope?