Australian travellers stranded in Hong Kong after protesters shut down airport
(The Guardian China)

Mass pro-democracy demonstrations have forced flight cancellations around the worldAustralian travellers are facing major delays after thousands of pro-democracy protesters descended on Hong Kong´s international airport, forcing authorities to shut it down on Monday.Operations resumed on Tuesday but further delays were expected. Related: China`s conduct in Hong Kong comes under cautious scrutiny on Q&A `You are angry because your flight is cancelled.` One stranded Australian tourist got into an argument with protesters at Hong Kong airport, saying they supported independence and that police should crack down harder. It didn´t go well for him. https://t.co/7TryMbHrEW pic.twitter.com/x7dIuNQ5ot@cathaypacific Hi, I´m supposed to be flying on the 14th from London Gatwick to Sydney via Hong Kong (CX354/139) is this expected to be going as normal? I´m very concerned about getting homeI´m all about Hong Kong locals fighting for democratic rights but I need to get home to Sydney mannnnnn Continue reading...