Date
Events in Peking
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Events in Hong Kong
23 May
Demonstration of over 1 million people in Peking.
Numerous demonstrations in other parts of China.
WAN Li reported to have declared in Canada that the imposition of martial law was unconstitutional.
Satellite transmission restored at 6:00 p.m.
- March of 12,000 students from tertiary
institutions from Victoria Park to NCNA.
2,000 City Polytechnic students boycott classes.
About 160 HK students take part in rally in Guangzhou.
24 May
Unpublished speech by YANG Shang- kun. Divided leadership reflected and hardline reaffirmed.
- Fresh troops brought in. About
100,000 soldiers with tanks
and ammunition now aassembled around Peking.
WAN Li cuts short visit and returns to Shanghai.
Satellite transmission cut off again at midnight.
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The All HK Alliance organizes rally in Victora Park, calling for downfall of LI Peng. About 100,000 people participate.
10,000 residents in Shamshuipo stage a rally.
300 public light bus drivers stage a parade.
- 100 hawkers donate proceeds of sale to
support Peking students.