Tag: Pro-democracy movement
Local Activists Rally for Justice in the 918 Incident
Local Activists Demand Justice on the Anniversary of the 918 IncidentOn the 93rd anniversary of the 918 Incident, a group of local activists gathered outside Japan's Consulate-General in Central to demand justice for the...
Hong Kong Court Rejects Jimmy Lai’s Appeal, Upholding Conviction
Hong Kong's highest court has rejected an attempt to overturn the convictions of media mogul Jimmy Lai and six other activists for their involvement in the 2019 pro-democracy protests. Lai, who founded the now-closed...
Jimmy Lai Denies Fear-Mongering Beijing Takeover in Hong Kong
Veteran Journalist's Take: Jimmy Lai's Stance on Beijing's Influence in Hong KongIn a recent court appearance, former media mogul Jimmy Lai Chee-ying stood firm in his position, denying allegations that he aimed to instill...
Hong Kong Democratic Party Chair Encouraged Protesters in 2019 Unrest – Court Appeal Hearing
Hong Kong prosecutors have challenged the acquittal of the Democratic Party chairman in a 2019 unlawful assembly case, saying the politician had “encouraged” protesters despite knowing they were resisting police. Justices of Appeal Derek...
