Jimmy Lai remains beacon of Hong Kong press freedom, say ex-colleagues awaiting his sentencing

Several former colleagues of Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai at the Apple Daily newspaper reacted with dismay at his national security conviction, fearing Lai and other former staffers may be given a heavy sentence but saying he remains an inspiration.

Jimmy Lai’s Life, in Photos and Video

He attributed his rags-to-riches ascent to the freedoms of Hong Kong, and has paid a hefty price for defending them.
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Jimmy Lai’s judgment day approaches

Mr Lai’s case looks likely to establish new precedents both legally and socially. The party’s control centres on a national-security law ( NSL ). It was promulgated by the national parliament in Beijing in 2020 in the wake of the unrest in Hong Kong the year before.

Secure Jimmy Lai's release before seeking closer China ties, his son urges UK

Britain should make pro-democracy campaigner Jimmy Lai's release a condition of establishing closer relations with China, Lai's son Sebastien said on Monday after his father was found guilty of sedition and collusion by Hong Kong's High Court.
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