This post was originally published on South China Morning Post.
Hong Kong’s growing sense of identity as a Chinese city is natural and should be embraced
With mass coronavirus vaccinations set to be available next month, the possibility for Hong Kong to return to some semblance of normality seems to be on the horizon. Yet, 2021 will see the city adjusting to a new normal, one that is underscored by a more defined national identity and a stronger sense of belonging in its relationship with the rest of China.While Hong Kong has reverted to being an integral part of China since the transfer of sovereignty in 1997, 2020 marked a watershed for Hong…