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Beijing Queer film festival cancelled after harassment from authorities

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Asia Pacific category. Published on October 30, 2026 • Originally reported by Amy Hawkins Senior China correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

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Beijing’s annual independent queer film festival has been cancelled after what is understood to have been a campaign of sustained harassment from authorities.

Beijing Queer film festival, which was due to begin on Friday in China’s capital, is one of the country’s oldest independent film festivals.

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