First as a local news reporter, and later at the Wall Street Journal, I witnessed the trials and sentencing of almost twenty journalists, citizen reporters, editors, and commentators. The Hong Kong Journalists Association became an important defense against the erosion of an effective press—and a frequent target for the ire of the Chinese government. Three weeks ago, my editor at the Wall Street Journal found out about my candidacy and immediately directed me to withdraw from the election. The Journal also called for solidarity with Evan at the Society of Publishers in Asia Awards, held in Hong Kong. Selina Cheng is a former Wall Street Journal correspondent in Hong Kong.

Source: Wall Street Journal July 21, 2024 06:03 UTC