Hong Kong has elected a new 90-seat legislature, but the results reflect a complicated political climate. With turnout reaching 31.9%, the city narrowly avoided a symbolic setback for authorities.

Still, the low engagement highlights how deeply many residents have disengaged from political life since the national security crackdown and sweeping electoral reforms.

Turnout rises slightly but reflects public fatigue

The turnout was marginally higher than the 2021 figure, the first election held under the revamped system. However, it still stood way below levels seen before Beijing’s overhaul, when competitive races drew more than half of eligible voters.

Many analysts say pro-democracy supporters no longer see a meaningful choice at the ballot box anymore. Candidates have to undergo a str

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