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Published on: 06. July 2021

A sword of Damocles over Hong Kong's media

Following the state-enforced closure of the Apple Daily newspaper, other China-critical media in Hong Kong are also fearing for their future. The National Security Act hangs over the editorial offices like a sword of Damocles. Even the renowned South China Morning Post is rumoured to be sold to a Chinese investor loyal to the state, who could turn it into an instrument for Beijing's propaganda.

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Last updated: 24. July 2025
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