Funeral Security: A Blanket of Secrecy in Hong Kong The announcement of a state funeral for Tung Chee hwa, Hong Kong's first chief executive, has raised more questions than answers about the complex web of relationships between Beijing and the territory.
The decision to limit the original public memorial service to invitation only has sparked concerns among residents who had been expecting a more open ceremony.
Venue constraints are cited as the reason for this move, but it's hard not to see it as another attempt by Beijing to exert control over the city's affairs.