I have been travelling to Hong Kong for over 7 years now and the beauty of Hong Kong is mesmerising. I love Hong Kong and Hongkongers. I have a very small place in the Kam Tin village, Kam Tin, or Kam Tin Heung, is an area in the New Territories, Hong Kong. It lies on a flat alluvial plain north of Tai Mo Shan mountain and east of Yuen Long town. It was formerly known as Sham Tin. It has a fascinating history and a walk around the village is a great glimpse into the intriguing past of these settlers. Although many of the houses have been rebuilt there are still many very old buildings remaining. Its compact with rows of narrow houses and small temples separated by the small winding alleys. I am 15 minutes from the China border by train. Many people say to me, why Kam Tin? I go there for PEACE. Hong Kong is a city that is known for its low crime rate and orderly queues. So its perhaps not surprising that the protests bringing parts of the Asian financial hub to a standstill – and the political system to an impasse – reflect its character. But protesters know theyre negotiating a delicate balancing act – maintaining the movements momentum while not forfeiting public support through overly confrontational actions and large scale disruption in the congested city. Those reading the Chinese (Beijing, China daily) mainlands heavily censored media could be forgiven for thinking mob rule has hit Hong Kong, with protesters dismissed as radical activists. An editorial in the Communist Party linked Global Times described them as political extremists (who) made good on their threat to paralyse Hong Kongs central business district by kicking off their illegal Occupy Central campaign. Yet, repeated tear gas volleys from police on Sunday evening did not attract the return fire of projectiles, paving slabs, and petrol bombs seen elsewhere around the world – despite the palpable anger on the streets. A picture popularly shared on social media showing crowds at the busy Causeway Bay shopping district posed the question: Where can you find a city with over 50 thousand protesters, but not a single store being damaged, not a single car set on fire? Hong Kong’s umbrella revolution may be the politest protest ever and having such peaceful and polite protests, they absolutely deserve democracy and freedom. A meeting has been offered by the government. The occupation has won the first round; it has brought the government to negotiation. The protesters should make a temporary withdrawal in good faith. All the future interaction should be at the table, not in the street. There are lots of preparation needed ahead of the meetings. Efforts should be given to the planning of the next strategy, instead of languishing on the side of the road. Some might call me naive, I admit, I dont believe the meetings will bring about changes overnight. But it would be equally naive if people think they do not need to show some good faith in light of the offer. Rejoice in your victory, but always remember, affecting the regular people of Hong Kong, like the restaurants and shop owners, is not a good thing. Hongkongers, dont lose your faith, you have so much support, you also have my love and support. Everybody should party tonight, celebrate the victory, then go home and rest. SAD NEWS: Hired thugs from mainland vs protestors. I have just heard that there are street fights in Mong Kok right now. China has brought thugs from over the border to stir trouble with the protestors. Mong Kok, is an area in the Yau Tsim Mong District in Kowloon West, Hong Kong. My thoughts are with Hong Kong and Hongkongers.
Posted on: Sun, 12 Oct 2014 14:05:33 +0000
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