Hong Kong holds ‘patriots only’ polls after deadly fire

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee urges the public to vote in legislative elections under China’s “patriots only” rules, despite low turnout expectations. Efforts to boost turnout were overshadowed by anger over the handling of a deadly fire. Lee emphasized the importance of stability and reform, following the blaze that killed 159 people and led to arrests and political tensions. Pro-democracy parties are absent from the race, as the city faces a critical election under stringent national security laws.

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