Opinion | In Hong Kong’s Olympic glory, a glimpse of a hopeful new future
- Siobhan Haughey and Edgar Cheung Ka-long have shown us that even in the brave new era of the national security law, we can find ways to reclaim and rebuild the community we love
In the past few days, as Hong Kong’s malls erupted in joy at our Olympic victories, there has been not only pride and solidarity, but also temporary relief. It was only very recently that the same venues were the stage for discontent, anger and violence. For the moment, we can forget about the collective trauma of protest and pandemic that we have struggled through for the past two years, to celebrate our own hometown champions.
Siobhan’s story helps us to remember who Hongkongers are as a people. We are a unique mixture of cosmopolitan and native culture, dedicated to excellence, loyal to our city, and focused on our next generation.
A former British colony, built by hardworking Cantonese migrants to become one of the world’s most international cities. This collective identity has already been fashioned by more than a century of shared experiences and is not easily destroyed.
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Hong Kong’s most successful Olympian: Swimmer Siobhan Haughey wins second silver
