Hong Kong's Handover Anniversary Highlights Mixed Feelings On Change

Some say Hong Kong's anniversary is a celebration of change, but many locals say it highlights the city changing for the worse.

Hong Kong is draped in banners, a sea of red for the start of a new era, to promote a pledge from its new leader to transform the city’s fortunes.

"My team and I will reach out, listen to and communicate with the public with sincerity," said John Lee, Hong Kong chief executive. "We will be proactive in winning the trust of the people and make policies that meet their demands.” 

Local pro-government groups say that’s exactly what’s needed.