More than 2,000 people in Hong Kong have taken part in a silent march in memory of
Chinese Nobel Peace Prize laureate Liu Xiaobo.
The mourners prayed in silence for the pro-democracy icon and lit candles at a square in central Hong Kong on Saturday night. They then marched to China's liaison office.
The participants are demanding the freedom of Liu's wife, Liu Xia, who remains under surveillance by the Chinese authorities.
A man in his 30s said Saturday's news conference by Liu's brother, where he repeatedly thanked the Chinese authorities, was set up like a drama for mainland citizens.
He said no one believes it was genuine.
A woman in her 50s said Liu's ashes were scattered in the sea because the Chinese government wants to erase all memories of him. She said she wants to tell Liu's family that they are not alone.
One of the march organizers said it made him angry to see the laureate's family still facing pressure. He said Liu always acted peacefully and rationally against any adversity, and his supporters should remember his attitude and follow his wishes.
