Legislative Council
Rebel Hong Kong lawmakers challenge China in parliament
Hong Kong rebel lawmakers swore, shouted, banged drums and railed against "tyranny" Oct. 12 when they took their oaths of office in the city's parliament, as calls grow for a split from Beijing.
Anti-China activists gain foothold in Hong Kong poll
Several pro-independence candidates won seats in Hong Kong's legislative election which saw a record turnout of 2.2 million voters in the Chinese-controlled city on Sept.4, a result likely to further strain ties with Communist Party rulers in Beijing.