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"Merely being young is a crime in the police state of Hong Kong."
"I hope the historians will celebrate the United States Congress for having stood on the side of Hong Kong as the bastion of human rights and democracy."
"Hong Kong people deserve freedom because they were guaranteed it."
"We cannot forget these heroic individuals; we cannot forget Hong Kong."
"With the crush of business and global catastrophes and challenges, COVID somehow Hong Kong can get squeezed out of our focus, and that today has to change."
"We approach this hearing in a mood of sadness. We have watched the Chinese central government tighten its grip on the free and open spirit of Hong Kong."
"We have seen our friends jailed to silence their voices, while others have fled into exile to allow their voices to be heard."
"The crackdown in Hong Kong has been brutal, swift, and complete."
"I was very much impressed by the unity of the Hong Kong people."
"For those of you in Hong Kong fighting these insurmountable odds, I applaud your courage."
"Hong Kong is very much the most impressive, futuristic, beautiful, imposing, amazing, classy place."
"You will find a situation where the majority of the people peacefully protesting are just looking for their own freedom of speech, freedom of choice, democracy in their way of life that they were promised by the Chinese government with the handover, which they're not getting."
"Overlooking this beautiful view of Hong Kong, this is the Harbor View, and it's actually really stunning, especially at night."
"Look at Hong Kong they have had six deaths per million inhabitants since the start of this."
"The law introduced the day before the anniversary of Hong Kong's handover from Britain to China."
"Hong Kong residents love and value their freedom, something they're ready to fight for."
"Hong Kong is one of the best cities in Asia for foodies; it offers a crazy fifteen thousand restaurants."
"Hong Kong is not just cars and buildings, there are many parks here."
"Hong Kong's protests started in June against plans to allow extradition to mainland China, hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets."
"To the people of Hong Kong, their fight is about freedom and human rights."
"The National Security Law is undoubtedly turning Hong Kong's one country two systems into one country one system, a complete liquidation in a chilling effect."
"Hong Kong is in serious trouble while a deadly pandemic spreads, authorities are cracking down hard on protesters in Hong Kong becoming a police state."
"The people in Hong Kong remind me of the patriots in the United States in 1776."
"The people of Hong Kong are fighting for their lives and I'll continue to support and stand alongside those of you speaking out against tyranny."
"You really can't deny that Hong Kong, especially Hong Kong Island, is a very cool looking city. It's undeniable."
"Hong Kong's place as a financial bridge between the west and Mainland China means that it will always have an important place in the world."
"Hong Kong people feel they have a special identity, guaranteed through the basic law, which is being increasingly disrespected."
"The Chinese have to recognize the autonomy of Hong Kong if they are to retain it."
"A robust vibrant Hong Kong is necessary for the world."
"There's not a more important event happening in the world right now than Hong Kong."
"Hong Kong is no longer sufficiently autonomous."
"The people of Hong Kong saw in the reaction of the police the future that they would face if they were ever under the direct control of Beijing."
"A tournament competitor voiced his support to them quoted liberate Hong Kong the revolution of our times."
"Liberate Hong Kong, the revolution of our time."
"Violence erupted, police brutality ensued, and we're still seeing a smouldering hope for Hong Kong."
"China's behavior over Hong Kong... if they are going to implement it in the ways that are perfectly possible to do, that would be a disaster for Hong Kong."
"My heart breaks for the people of Hong Kong because they know freedom."
"President Biden offers temporary safe haven to Hong Kong residents in the U.S."
"One of the world's most influential human rights organizations is calling the political situation in Hong Kong an emergency."
"First to go was Hong Kong's democracy newspaper Apple Daily."
"Standing on the side of Hong Kong is the right side to stand on."
"The spirit of the people of Hong Kong, I think about it as the spirit of free China."
"Thank you very much Hong Kong, a pleasure speaking with you today."
"Hong Kong widens security supervision under national security law."
"It's estimated that 250 to 300,000 Hong Kongers will immigrate to the UK in the next five years."
"I Stan liberate Hong Kong Revolution of our time."
"Hong Kong is the forefront of the ideological clash between Marxist Leninist socialism and Western democracy."
"China is bringing in the sledgehammer, trying to squash any opposition to China's operating in Hong Kong's daily affairs."
"China has given more democratic values to Hong Kong than the British ever did."
"We should be welcoming people from Hong Kong but one of the reasons why the government is so keen to is because they can pose just like they can with Russia a geostrategic enemy as the bad guy."
"UK offers visas for Hong Kong residents amid national security law."
"Thousands of Hong Kongers defy police band to attend annual Tiananmen Candlelight vigil."
"July 1st is obviously the anniversary of when the UK gave Hong Kong to China. So it's like an un-independence day." - Host
"He has stressed the importance of a free and open Hong Kong under one country two systems in light of the extradition bill and he also mentioned the importance of the human rights situation in Xinjiang with the Uyghurs." - Host
"The people in Hong Kong are forcing the world to face what they're going through."
"The severity of talent outflow is threatening Hong Kong's status as a financial center."
"Hong Kong would remain a place to make money but as a colony of Beijing it would inevitably slowly transform into an ordinary Mainland City."
"Hong Kong: Native English speakers can relocate and work as teachers."
"Hong Kong is super dense, very lively and filled with detail."
"This is a very new Hong Kong that we're seeing, this solidarity among the people."
"Its closure feels like Hong Kong has lost a part of itself."
"The heart of Kong has been obliterated by the urban renewal authority."
"The people of Hong Kong have taken to the streets to show us how precious democracy is."
"If they lose access to that through Hong Kong, that's a real blow."
"It will definitely affect Hong Kong's economy and international reputation."
"Hong Kong's semi-autonomy is for the birds ultimately the rule of law in Hong Kong is going to be hollowed out and gradually Hong Kong is going to be subordinated to Beijing where it matters the most which is its law."
"It's a big deal that the extradition law was enforced which eroded Hong Kong's freedoms."
"Pro-democracy activists call it the death of the one country two systems' principle."
"Hong Kong has arguably the best subway system..."
"Hong Kong: the single greatest food city on the planet."
"Hong Kong has some of the best shopping in the world..."
"I love Hong Kong, I love the people of Hong Kong."
"Freedom of assembly is a constitutional right in Hong Kong."
"Liberate Hong Kong, the revolution of our times."
"Hong Kong returned to Chinese rule in 1997 on the condition that the city's autonomy would be preserved."
"China is the evil party. Hong Kong no more to stand with China, we need independence."
"It's the beginning of the end for Hong Kong as an international finance center."
"Hong Kong gives initial Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF nod."
"Hong Kong was once free and vibrant, it shared the core values of other liberal democracies."
"Hong Kong is that Nexus of problems for CCP, an existential threat."
"I've always seen Hong Kong as the front line in the fight for freedom against authoritarianism."
"I'm deeply concerned about the implications for religious freedom in Hong Kong from this law."
"Now, for a long time, I've been hearing about these fake markets in Hong Kong."
"Hong Kong, the pearl of the Orient."
"Life expectancy in Hong Kong is 88.2 years for women, the highest figure globally."
"Hong Kong has been ranked the least affordable market in the world for 12 years in a row."
"One of the great things about Hong Kong is that it's so hilly, and so it gives you a chance to get some exercise just walking to the next restaurant."
"This dai pai dong is called Sing Kee, and it's one of the most legendary dai pai dongs in Hong Kong."
"It's been a fantastic food day in Hong Kong."
"Hong Kong will be launching their Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs by April 30th... that's only a week away."
"Hong Kong has a high degree of autonomy with its own legal system and borders."
"The British see Hong Kong as an invaluable base where they can trade freely without Chinese interference."
"Welcome to a special edition of W5 from Hong Kong. This vibrant city is a beacon for travelers."
"There's nothing more iconically Hong Kong than the famous Hong Kong tramways."
"You could spend a lifetime exploring the cuisine of Hong Kong."
"Hong Kong's defining moment came during the Second World War."
"Wonton is a quintessential food in Hong Kong. But can we keep the tradition alive?"
"Hong Kong had all the dope. So what would you send back? Coca-Cola."
"One country, two systems. Hong Kong people and most of the people outside Hong Kong always thought that the emphasis was on two systems or at least equal, not on one country."
"Stations in Hong Kong are rarely more than a short walk away; the city is extensively covered by public transport: trains, buses, trams, and even ferries."
"Hong Kong looks like a movie, almost futuristic, with its Western esteem."
"In modern Hong Kong, no business can ignore the ancient practice of cosmic harmony."
"Hong Kong has the highest percentage of millionaires per square mile of anywhere in the world."
"Food. It's going to be one of the biggest parts of your trip to Hong Kong."
"Human fireworks, never lingering. This is the imprint of Hong Kong food stalls."
"Richard's got a point Hong Kong's much-praised system is a loser making Factory."
"He oversaw the final takeover of Hong Kong, greatly increasing his prestige."
"I have nothing but admiration for the people of Hong Kong and slightly less admiration for the police."
"Hong Kong remains one of the most decent free societies in Asia."
"Hong Kong will be democratic one day."
"Thanks to your belief in what makes it special, Hong Kong still is special."
"You can't come to Hong Kong without eating dim sum."
"The highest life expectancy from birth is Hong Kong that eats the most meat per capita on earth."
"It's hard to see this floating Manhattan as an island, yet Hong Kong remains one of the sights of the world."
"Hong Kong's transformation is reflected in its skyline, from the shanty towns and bazaars of my first visit to the modern peaks of today."
"Hong Kong is a city of over 7 million people and the food here is highly influenced by Cantonese cooking."
"It's comforting, it's slurpable and delicious, and it's the first thing I want to eat when I come back to Hong Kong."
"Enjoy the exotic Orient on this one-week Hong Kong adventure."
"Hong Kong represents something unique in the world; we have long held dear our rule of law, transparent institutions, and the freedom of expression."
"I'm a big fan of Hong Kong martial arts movies. I think that the action sequences in Hong Kong martial arts movies are unparalleled."
"To understand what exactly I meant by that, we have to look at the history of the area we call Hong Kong."
"Hong Kong managed to become one of the most valuable financial and transshipment ports in the world."
"Hong Kong today holds the highest Financial Development Index, it's the world's seventh-largest trading entity."
"Hong Kong used to be British until 1997, when it was transferred back to China, with a 50-year agreement that Hong Kong would not be subject to mainland China’s economic system."
"Car culture in Hong Kong is bigger than it's ever been."
"Hong Kongers are making the road by walking it; that is the real revolution."
"We in Hong Kong are protecting these values that we all believe in."
"Hong Kong's autonomy to totalitarianism."
"It's important to remember that Hong Kong is not only a safe city, it's one of the safest cities in the world."
"This baked pork chop rice is a prime reflection of Hong Kong's 150-year history as a British colony."
"Democracy in Hong Kong is no longer an abstract notion; it's all in the constitutional arrangements."
"Hong Kong is known for being a center of business, culture, and trade."
"Hong Kong attracts more than 65 million tourists each year."
"Hong Kong has the world's largest number of skyscrapers."
"The city of Hong Kong developed with the transit system rather than the transit system trying to match the city of Hong Kong."
"It's a free Hong Kong Revolution now."
"I feel like Hong Kong is really like the epicenter of McDonald's innovation."
"The city of Hong Kong has been experiencing a housing crisis due to the lack of space and inflated property prices."
"These rights were supposed to be guaranteed to Hong Kong via a sort of mini Constitution called the Basic Laws of Hong Kong."
"July 1st marks the 25th anniversary of the handover of Hong Kong to China."
"Jumbo Seafood Restaurant is a reflection of Hong Kong's fate, that is Hong Kong is going down the drain."
"For more than 40 years, it was a popular landmark in Hong Kong and enjoyed the reputation of the world's largest seafood restaurant."
"What is sunk is not a dinner boat, but an era of Hong Kong."
"The economic impact of the exodus that erupted in Hong Kong since the implementation of the national security law in 2020 is beginning to emerge."
"Welcome from Hong Kong, guys. We have made it to Hong Kong. I'm so excited to be here."
"Hong Kong's legendary Sam's Taylor is famous worldwide."
"Hong Kong was the one example in the world where they've made everything out of nothing."
"I would absolutely love to go to Hong Kong, I also really want to go to Tokyo."
"China's definitely on my bucket list to go, like Hong Kong."
"There are three peak eras of Hong Kong martial arts films: the era of Jimmy Wong-Yu, the era of Bruce Lee, and finally, the era of Jackie Chan."
"My original idea with this image of the boat in the Hong Kong harbor is to give it an old style feeling, almost like it's antique."
"Take the ultimate Hong Kong Kung Fu tour with live commentary from yours truly, the Kung Fu genius."
"I like to explore a little city of contrasts, a true Jewel in Asia's Crown: Hong Kong."
"My all-time favorite song is like Hong Kong."
"We all go to Hong Kong as a family because that's where my parents moved."
"Hong kongers have brought new life to the once nearly doomed Imperial Court Plaza."
"Soon Hong Kong may just become another ordinary Mainland Chinese City, losing any special functions and value it once held."
"Welcome home to our Hong Kong home. We are here."
"We have a good time in Hong Kong."
"Hong Kong is a Canton barbecue meat paradise."
"I suddenly found myself in a cab at about 3:00 a.m. in Hong Kong not knowing where I was."
"This is the imprint of Hong Kong food stalls."
"I was very impressed by the work that was happening there... I didn't know that in Hong Kong there was this quality of work that was available."
"The neon jungle of Hong Kong skyscrapers becomes a titan's battle arena."
"Oh my God, my first time in Hong Kong, this is crazy."
"Hong Kong is pretty much a different country."
"Everything about Hong Kong is different to mainland China."
"The installation these were originally designed for was for a big display in Hong Kong."
"Welcome to Hong Kong, Asia's financial hub and the gateway to China."
"Hong Kong gives you the best of both worlds."
"Hong Kong is rated the world's most open economy."
"Unemployment is running at just over 3%."
"It's home to the world's sixth biggest stock market."
"Treat Hong Kong as a significant economy in its own right as well as a gateway to China."
"What China has done in Hong Kong will have an impact on China's international role."
"For me, one of the reasons why Hong Kong was a very special place was as the people had made it."
"Hong Kong in many respects had the best of West and East."
"I think it's pretty well the best place to eat in the world."
"The reason why Hong Kong is so successful... is because of the enterprise and values which go with being a Hongkonger."
"I love it here in Hong Kong. I've had just a fantastic time."
"You can't leave Hong Kong without trying shrimp wonton noodle soup."
"This is one of the dishes that represents Hong Kong."
"It's Rowdy, it's hectic, it's fast-paced, you really know you're in Hong Kong when you're here."
"This is a quintessential Hong Kong experience."
"Good night from Hong Kong, I'll see you on the next video."