HONG KONG (SE): Prior to the annual July 1 protest march, Church leaders urged around 250 participants at an ecumenical prayer meeting held at Paterson Street, Causeway Bay, not to fear or lose hope, but continue to show mercy and fight for justice and most importantly to keep one’s conscience alive. Those present were urged to defend the city with Christian values. 
 

HONG KONG (SE): Members of the Hong Kong Catholic Commission for Labour Affairs joined thousands of people on May 1 for a Labour Day march, organised by the Federation of Trade Unions and its subsidiary unions, demanding better protection for workers.