Gov't supporters march in Hong Kong after week of chaos

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Government supporters took to the streets of downtown Hong Kong after a chaotic working week saw hardcore pro-democracy activists cause widespread disruption in the city and stretch police resources.

PRO-GOVT. Supporters of the Hong Kong Police Force participate in a pro-law enforcement rally outside the Legislative Council building in Hong Kong on November 16, 2019. Photo by Ye Aung Thu/AFP

Students and protesters occupied several major universities around the city – the first time a movement characterized by its fluidity and unpredictability has coagulated in fixed locations – although as dusk fell on Friday, November 15, numbers had thinned out. The Hong Kong government, however, warned its employees they will be suspended if they are caught taking part in protests.

According to the Hong Kong government, the civil service employs around 175,000 people, which is about 4.4% of the city's workforce.After 5 days of the"Blossom Everywhere" tactics – which prompted police to warn the city is on the verge of"total collapse" – roads which had been blocked were slowly starting to open to traffic. However, some roads and a key tunnel remained closed.

 

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