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Hong Kong’s last outspoken democracy voice jailed, still writes on freedom from prison

Hong Kong barrister Chow Hang-tung, widely regarded as one of the city’s last outspoken democracy activists, was found guilty of incitement to subversion alongside co-defendant Lee Cheuk-yan and faces up to 10 years’ imprisonment. The verdict comes amidst Hong Kong’s twilight national-security trials, with Chow continuing to publish essays from prison on freedom, civil rights, and the Tiananmen vigil legacy—from debates over a Mickey Mouse-themed shirt to broader reflections on speech under Beijing’s security law. Chow’s case underscores the shrinking space for dissent even as she remains politically influential through writings and awards.

via The Guardian|

#democracy #hongkong #incitementtosubversion

world-news2 years ago•3 min saved

"Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai Asserts Innocence in Pivotal Hong Kong Security Trial"

Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai pleaded not guilty to charges of collusion with foreign forces and conspiracy to publish seditious material under China's national security law. The prosecution presented evidence of Lai's alleged connections with senior U.S. officials and advocacy for sanctions against China, marking a significant trial that tests Hong Kong's judicial independence. Western countries have criticized the trial as politically motivated, while Hong Kong authorities maintain that the law ensures stability.

via Reuters|

##foreigncollusion #hongkong

world-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai Asserts Innocence in High-Profile Hong Kong Sedition Trial"

Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai has pleaded not guilty to charges under the national security law imposed by China, including "conspiracy to collude with foreign forces" and "conspiracy to publish seditious publications." Lai, who has been in custody since December 2020, is a prominent critic of Beijing and could face life imprisonment if convicted. His trial, which has been delayed due to government intervention in his legal representation, involves other defendants and is being conducted without a jury. International concerns have been raised about the fairness of the trial and the broader impact of the security law on Hong Kong's freedoms.

via Al Jazeera English|

##hongkong #jimmylai

world-news2 years ago•4 min saved

Hong Kong Democracy Activist Tony Chung Seeks Asylum in UK Post-Surveillance Ordeal

Tony Chung, a Hong Kong pro-independence activist who was convicted under the national security law, has fled to Britain to seek political asylum after facing intense surveillance and restrictions post-release from prison. Despite the Hong Kong authorities' condemnation of his actions and the issuance of a recall order, Chung has expressed his commitment to the cause of Hong Kong's freedom and democracy from abroad.

via The Associated Press|

##hongkong #nationalsecuritylaw