Hong Kong Would Be the Bigger Loser from a Google Exit
The US tech giant’s role in the life of citizens and businesses is far more important than what the city offers in revenue.
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Source: Bloomberg
A Hong Kong court’s decision whether to grant an injunction against the distribution of protest song Glory to Hong Kong highlights the increasingly shaky ground upon which internet platforms are treading there. It could also be the final catalyst foreign players need to exit the market — a move that would be more damaging to Hong Kong than the companies calculating whether the legal minefield is still worth navigating.
In its application to the High Court, the Department of Justice wants the song banned from being broadcast, performed or distributed in the city. A judge hearing the case on Monday said deliberations would continue July 21, a move that delays any possible prohibition for at least five more weeks.