
Anti-government protesters march in Hong Kong on New Year’s Day to press for full democracy and demand the resignation of Leung Chun-ying, the Beijing-backed leader. (Associated Press)

Chinese President Hu Jintao (right) shakes hands with Hong Kong's new chief executive, Leung Chun-ying, after he takes the oath of office. (Associated Press)

Chinese President Hu Jintao (right) shakes hands with Hong Kong's new chief executive, Leung Chun-ying, after he takes the oath of office. (Associated Press)

Chinese President Hu Jintao (right) administers the oath of office to Leung Chun-ying, Hong Kong's new chief executive, as he is sworn in for a five-year term at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center on Sunday, July 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Vincent Yu)