More protests in China There have been further protests by workers in China as the economic crisis prompts attacks on conditions, jobs and pay.
1922: The Hong Kong strike The history of a huge general strike in Hong Kong which won many concessions, including a 20% pay hike.
Hong Kong Phooey - WTO conference ends with the usual promises After its Hong Kong summit, at which thousands of people demonstrated and fought with riot police SchNEWS examines the differences between the WTO’s words and its practices.
On tap at the WTO: Private water The focus of the Hong Kong round for rich western nations is to squeeze every drop of money they can by privatising public services. When it comes to water systems, that can be deadly.
Hong Kong: Hundreds fight police against global trade rules Thousands demonstrated in Hong Kong against the conference of the World Trade Organisation.
