“I’m happy so many people have come out to vote, because we want our voices heard. Its the first time I’ve seen people in Hong Kong so politically involved.”Hong Kong protesters pin hopes on the ballot box after weeks of violence Read moreThe district councils are relatively toothless bodies, with few powers, limited budgets and a reputation for corruption. In past years the elections have seen low turnout, with disciplined and well-funded pro-Beijing groups winning easy control of almost all councils. Many pro-Beijing candidates were running on promises to “stop the violence” of the protests which have seen hundreds injured, some critically. It may even discourage people to vote and disturb the operation of polling stations,” the Election Observation Project said, urging election authorities to investigate.

Source: The Guardian November 24, 2019 08:03 UTC