Startup Societies Podcast Episode 40 – Hong Kong Localism with Joshua Wong
In this episode, Joshua Wong, a prominent leader of Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement and secretary general of Demosisto, joins the Startup Societies Podcast to discuss the concept of localism in Hong Kong. He delves into the motivations behind the movement, highlighting a desire for greater political autonomy, preservation of Hong Kong’s unique identity, and resistance to growing influence from mainland China. The conversation covers key developments in Hong Kong’s protests, the formation of youth-driven political activism, and Wong’s reflections on challenges faced by activists working within an increasingly restrictive political environment.