HONG KONG: As Hong Kong marks the second anniversary of the pro-democracy "Umbrella Revolution", former protesters prepare to take office for the first time when the city's Legislative Council (Legco) enters its new term Saturday.

At least five of the new legislators are openly pushing for the semi-autonomous city to have the choice to split from Beijing, as fears grow China is tightening its grip on the former British colony.

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