Timeline of the 20192020 Hong Kong protests April 2020

The summary highlights a series of protests in Hong Kong from April 28th to May 3rd, primarily centered around shopping malls such as IFC Mall and Ginza Shopping Centre. Protesters utilized slogans like "Liberate Hong Kong" and frequently adjusted their locations due to police presence. The police enforced Restriction Orders aggressively, deploying large forces—often over 200 officers—to disperse gatherings. Notable figures attended some protests, but authorities remained resolute in preventing assemblies, even targeting individuals for breaching orders, including a woman without an ID card. Despite these efforts, protesters persisted, indicating sustained activism. The situation underscores the tension between protest movements and law enforcement, reflecting broader political dynamics in Hong Kong.