2019 Hong Kong protest song "Glory to Hong Kong" removed from platforms due to court ban, raising concerns over freedom of expression and internet freedom.

The distributor of the popular Hong Kong protest song "Glory to Hong Kong" has removed the music from all platforms due to a court ban in the city. The song, widely sung by demonstrators during the 2019 anti-government protests, has been removed from iTunes and Apple Music in various regions and is unavailable on Spotify in Hong Kong. This follows YouTube blocking access to videos of the song a week prior. The ban sought by the Hong Kong government has raised concerns over freedom of expression and internet freedom in the city, with critics warning it might disrupt the operation of tech giants and undermine Hong Kong's appeal as a global financial hub.

May 24, 2024
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