Class of ’97: Janice Wong says Hong Kong is more crowded and avoids political debate with her pro-China family
Wong says many of her relatives are pro-China and her father accused students fighting for democracy of not being grateful, saying they could not survive without mainland resources
Meet the class of ’97, born the year of the handover. Their childhoods tell the stories of Hong Kong’s first two decades after the return to China. Some remember Sars, others took part in Occupy. Now, they’re trying to work out what their future holds – and how Hong Kong’s own uncertain future fits into their plans.
Janice Wong Kwan-ting
“The most obvious change I have noticed over the years is in the number of people flooding into the city. When out walking, I find there is someone in almost every corner. Not only on weekends but also weekdays.
“Apart from the crowded streets, the physical appearance of the city is changing. A building can be here today and gone tomorrow.
