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Hong Kong bookshop owners arrested for sedition over publications

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Two owners of Hunter Bookstore in Hong Kong were arrested on suspicion of sedition and money laundering. Police allege they sold publications inciting hatred towards the government and received funds from foreign political organizations. The bookshop had previously hosted an event featuring anti-government books and opposition figures, drawing criticism from pro-Beijing media. AI

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Hong Kong bookshop owners arrested for sedition over publications

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Connor Mycroft ·

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