Insight - Chinese troops play symbolic role in Hong Kong drama over democracy

Policemen stand in front of a tent set up by pro-democracy protesters with a banner supporting students, blocking a main road at Mongkok shopping district in Hong Kong October 5, 2014.

BY GREG TORODE AND DAVID LAGUE-HONG KONG Sun Oct 5, 2014 

(Reuters) - Major General Tan Benhong, the commander of the People's Liberation Army in Hong Kong, was a picture of uniformed calm as he shared champagne toasts with Chinese officials on Wednesday at local celebrations marking China's national day.
Insight - Chinese Troops Play Symbolic Role in Hong Kong Drama Over Democracy by Thavam