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China Tries To Tighten Grip On Hong Kong

A mostly pro-Beijing committee that elects Hong Kong’s leader will also choose a large part of the legislature. It’s part of a major revamp that will increase government control over Hong Kong politics.

Host Tonya Mosley speaks with CNN international correspondent Will Ripley in Hong Kong.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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