Abstract
This article seeks to elucidate the issues affecting political reform in Hong Kong in terms of China’s international law positions and practice. This involves reviewing Hong Kong’s unique legal position, the international law approach that China has adopted, and the manner in which China’s control of Hong Kong can coincide with respect for international norms and standards. In order to achieve this, concepts such as sovereignty, democracy and universal suffrage are examined.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 404-429 |
Number of pages | 25 |
Journal | Max Planck Yearbook of United Nations Law |
Volume | 21 |
Issue number | 1 |
Online published | 10 Oct 2018 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Oct 2018 |
Bibliographical note
Research Unit(s) information for this publication is provided by the author(s) concerned.Research Keywords
- One Country Two Systems
- Democracy
- International law
- Eastphalia
- China
- Political Reform in Hong Kong