Catholic Social Thought Project at St Mary’s University and Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) screening and panel discussion: 'The Hong Konger'

The Catholic Social Thought Project at St. Mary’s University and the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) are pleased to invite you to a film-showing of The Hong Konger.

The film is a moving and fascinating documentary about Jimmy Lai, who is an entrepreneur, newspaper publisher, Nobel Peace Prize nominee, and Catholic convert. Jimmy, having escaped to Hong Kong as a child, has been imprisoned by the Chinese government for his pro-democracy activism. When Hong Kong’s basic freedoms came under attack, Jimmy Lai bravely chose to defend freedom and suffered the consequences. The film is produced by the Acton Institute who have kindly agreed to this public showing.

Programme

6pm

Drinks reception and popcorn to be served.

6.30pm

Introduction.

6.35pm

Film screening.

7.50pm

Panel discussion on themes of the film. Panellists will include:

• human rights activist Benedict Rogers (Chief Executive of Hong Kong Watch and author of The China Nexus)
• Fr. Robert Sirico (President emeritus of the Acton Institute and alumnus of St. Mary’s University)

The panel is also chaired by Lord Kamall, Professor of International Relations at St. Mary’s University.

8.30pm

Closing and drinks reception resume.

9pm

Formal proceedings end.

Book your place

Please note that spaces are limited for this event and therefore we are operating on a first come first serve basis regarding RSVPs.

If you wish to book a place, please RSVP to events@iea.org.uk or call 020 7799 8900.