Independent bookstores struggle under national security law in Hong Kong

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Political books about Hong Kong’s democratic movement, gossip about Chinese leaders and rumours about politics on the Chinese mainland were once readily available at news stands and convenience stores across the city. But Beijing imposed a national security law for Hong Kong in July 2020, many books considered to be "sensitive" have disappeared from the shelves. The change is a worry for many in Hong Kong, including an independent bookstore owner who fears the new law could eventually have a…

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