HKU Lecturer Sharron Fast on the Future of Media in Hong Kong

The video discusses the impact of the National Security Law on Hong Kong, highlighting the changes in freedoms and the challenges faced by international media. It covers recent developments, including arrests and media shutdowns, and debates the necessity of the law amidst a global pandemic. Concerns about a potential exodus of residents are also addressed.

What significant change has the National Security Law brought to Hong Kong?

• Improved public transportation

• Dismantling of freedoms

• Enhanced economic growth

• Increased tourism

How has the National Security Law affected international media in Hong Kong?

• It has improved their financial stability

• It has increased their freedom

• It has reduced their audience

• It has led to full censorship

What event marked a significant use of the National Security Law against pro-democracy figures?

• The arrest of teenagers for secessionist flags

• The opening of new media outlets

• The launch of a new political party

• The increase in tourism

What was one of the outcomes of the police raids on Apple Daily?

• Expansion of the newspaper

• Closure of the publication

• Launch of a new edition

• Increase in readership

What is a major concern regarding the National Security Law's impact on legal proceedings?

• It enhances legal transparency

• It disrupts the rule of law

• It simplifies court processes

• It increases public trust

What is a potential consequence of the National Security Law on Hong Kong's population?

• Increased immigration

• Economic boom

• Mass exodus

• Cultural renaissance

What distinguishes the current exodus from Hong Kong from the one in 1997?

• It involves middle-class families

• It involves more financially stable individuals

• It is primarily temporary

• It is driven by economic reasons