Jimmy Lai
Jimmy Lai security trial: International condemnation follows guilty verdict
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Following Jimmy Lai's conviction on national security charges, as reported earlier, global reactions have intensified. The US and UK demand his release, citing political persecution, while Hong Kong and Chinese officials defend the ruling as upholding the law. Sentencing is pending.
Following the High Court conviction of Jimmy Lai on national security charges, Hong Kong officials, political figures, and professional bodies have voiced strong support for the verdict, dismissing Western portrayals of Lai as a democracy advocate. The ruling rejected claims of political motivation amid criticism from Britain and the EU.
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Following Jimmy Lai’s conviction on national security and sedition charges on December 15, 2025, details from his months-long trial highlight the evidence presented, tight security, international observers, and the case’s role in Hong Kong’s broader clampdown on dissent.