Tag: Legal System in Hong Kong
Government Criticizes Hong Kong Ex-Governor’s ‘Slandering’ Remarks, Urges British Judge on Jimmy Lai Appeal...
The Hong Kong government has strongly condemned the recent comments made by the city's last colonial governor, Chris Patten, regarding a judgement that ruled against media tycoon Jimmy Lai and six other democrats. Patten's...
Rising Number of Remand Prisoners in Hong Kong Reaches Record Levels
The number of individuals being remanded in Hong Kong has reached a record high in 2024, marking a significant 24-year peak. This increase of 18 percent from the previous year has sparked concerns about...
Understanding Tong Ying-kit’s Claim of Being Misled by Fake News in Hong Kong’s First...
Tong Ying-kit, the first person to be convicted and jailed under Hong Kong's national security law, recently attended a graduation ceremony at Ethics College. This event marked a significant milestone for Tong, who was...
Government Condemns Patten’s Remarks on Top Court Ruling – RTHK
The government of Hong Kong has issued a strong condemnation of remarks made by Chris Patten, the last governor of the former British colony, regarding a recent ruling by the Court of Final Appeal....
Navigating Hong Kong’s Lengthy Court Delays: Understanding Public Figures’ Acceptance
Government officials in Hong Kong have been responding to criticisms about the slow pace of prosecutions related to the 2019 protests. With two-thirds of those arrested still awaiting trial, there is growing unease about...
Hong Kong Government Defends Judicial Independence Amid Criticism
The Hong Kong government has defended the independence of its judiciary in response to criticism from former top court judge Lord Jonathan Sumption. Sumption recently stated in a podcast that he left the Court...
