Tag: Hong Kong national security law
Hong Kong’s National Security Crackdown: A Detailed Overview of Month 51
A Hong Kong court sentenced two journalists for sedition in September, marking the 51st month since the implementation of the national security law. This was the first case against media workers since the territory's...
International Concerns Over Sedition Conviction of Hong Kong Stand News Editors
International Outcry Over Hong Kong Editors' Sedition ConvictionIn a significant display of solidarity, a coalition of 23 countries has come together to express their "grave concern" over the recent conviction of two former Hong...
Jimmy Lai accuses Hong Kong police of distorting facts post-national security law – Trial...
Title: Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai Accuses Hong Kong Police of Distorting Facts Post-National Security Law - Trial UpdateJailed media tycoon Jimmy Lai has made explosive claims during his high-profile trial, alleging that the Hong...
Hong Kong Government Draws Clear Lines with First Sedition Convictions under New Security Law
Hong Kong Government Takes Strong Stance with First Sedition Convictions under New Security LawHong Kong’s new security law has made it clear that any seditious acts will not be tolerated, as the city’s government...
Hong Kong National Security Crackdown: A 50-Month Overview
In August, 50 months since Beijing imposed a security law on Hong Kong, two former editors of shuttered online media Stand News became the first journalists found guilty of sedition in the city since...
Hong Kong National Security Committee Denies Prisoner’s Early Release – Court Update
Hong Kong's national security committee has made a decision regarding a prisoner's early release for good behavior in jail. The High Court heard that Ma Chun-man, who is serving a five-year sentence for inciting...
Understanding the New Laws: Hong Kong’s 45 Jailed Democrats and Illegal Activities
In Hong Kong, the recent sentencing of 45 pro-democracy figures has raised concerns about the fairness of the legal system. Critics argue that there seems to be a double standard, with different rules for...
Hong Kong National Security Crackdown: Explained & Updates
More than four years after a Beijing-drafted national security law came into force in Hong Kong, 45 leading democrats finally learned their fate when a mass trial under the legislation ended on November 19....
Punishment for National Security Violators: Chief Executive’s Warning
Chief Executive John Lee issued a stern warning on Tuesday, stating that individuals who pose a threat to national security will face punishment as prescribed by the law. This statement comes after 45 opposition...
Severity of Subversion Case Sentencing: Chris Tang – RTHK
Secretary for Security Chris Tang has commented on the severity of the sentences handed down in the city's largest national security case so far. The High Court sentenced 45 people for conspiracy to commit...
