Hong Kong was once home to spirited political activism, but that has faded since Beijing imposed a strict national security law in 2020

HONG KONG/BEIJING (Reuters) -A huge fire still burning in a Hong Kong high-rise apartment complex that has killed at least 55 people with almost 300 missing poses the biggest test of Beijing's grip on the city it has transformed since the mass pro-democracy protests of 2019.

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We must comprehensively strengthen fire safety management of high-rise buildings to effectively protect people’s lives and property,” the ministry said. Local authorities have been told to carry out inspections and take “immediate corrective action” where needed.

Commentary by Xinhua, which typically reflects central government stance, says tragedy united city and urges Hong Kong to move forward.

A Hong Kong student who was reportedly detained by police after handing out flyers calling for an independent probe into a deadly fire that killed 146, was seen leaving a