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Hong Kong media tycoon and founder of tabloid Apple Daily Jimmy Lai Chee-ying’s trial began on December 18, 2023. He is being prosecuted under the national security law and a colonial-era sedition legislation. Lai faces three conspiracy charges relating to sedition and collusion with foreign forces.
Secretary for Security Chris Tang has also accused the HKJA of running a “black box” election. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong politics

Endanger Hong Kong’s national security and I’ll take you down, Chris Tang warns

Security minister also slams embattled Hong Kong Journalists Association for lacking credibility ahead of delayed leadership election.

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Opinion | Jimmy Lai’s case a reminder that the media cannot behave with impunity

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Trump to raise Taiwan, Jimmy Lai case when he meets Xi in Beijing this week

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Hong Kong slams attempts to sugarcoat Jimmy Lai case in press freedom index

Authorities accuse some media groups of conflating Lai case with press freedom to vilify Hong Kong and mislead public.

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Former media boss Jimmy Lai. The founder of the now-defunct tabloid-style newspaper Apple Daily was sentenced to 20 years in prison in February. Photo: AFP
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Hong Kong seeks to seize HK$56.5 million, 17 companies from jailed Jimmy Lai

Secretary for justice has applied to the High Court to seize Lai’s assets linked to national security offences.

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Court to hold hearing in July on confiscating Jimmy Lai’s properties

Sixty-minute hearing set for July 8 to handle confiscation order that authorities say will ‘cut off funding chains’ for national security offences.

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Opinion | Debate over Jimmy Lai’s sentencing should steer clear of geopolitics

Courts can be criticised; judgments can be contested. But legal analysis should not be influenced by geopolitical rivalry.

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Chief Superintendent of the Hong Kong police for national security Steve Li Kwai-wah speaks to media at the West Kowloon Magistrates’ Courts in Hong Kong on February 9 after Jimmy Lai Chee-ying was sentenced to 20 years in jail. Photo: EPA
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Beijing warns US over Jimmy Lai and Taiwan arms sales ahead of Trump visit

Foreign ministry urges US to ‘safeguard the stable development of China-US relations and peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait’.

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Former Apple Daily executive editor appeals 10-year sentence in Hong Kong

Lam Man-chung becomes the second defendant in high-profile national security case to seek reduced sentence for collusion offences.

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Jimmy Lai will not appeal 20-year sentence after national security trial: source

Legal source confirms 78-year-old Apple Daily founder will not file application to Court of Appeal before standard 28-day deadline.

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Jimmy Lai was last month sentenced to 20 years in prison over his conviction on two conspiracy counts of collusion with foreign forces and a third of conspiracy to print and distribute seditious articles. Photo: AFP
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Ex-Apple Daily executive first to appeal sentence in landmark Hong Kong trial

Fung Wai-kong, former managing editor of Apple Daily’s English edition, filed appeal with Hong Kong’s High Court on Monday.

Apple Daily’s headquarters in Tseung Kwan O Industrial Estate. Photo: Sam Tsang
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Opinion | A speedy pardon in the Jimmy Lai case is unlikely

Foreign governments campaigning for the former media boss’ release should thoroughly look into the nuances of the case as the legal process plays out.

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Letters | Jimmy Lai case verdict and State Council’s white paper send strong message

Readers discuss the importance of safeguarding national security, and the Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance.

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Letters | An orderly Hong Kong can remain open and outward-looking

Readers discuss Western media reactions to the Jimmy Lai case sentencing, the city’s roads, and the need for public bodies to do more to protect residents’ interests.

An aerial view of Hong Kong on May 19, 2025. Photo: AFP
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Beijing slams US, UK, Australia and EU over Jimmy Lai sentencing remarks

Commissioner’s office says it summoned representatives from the countries and bloc in Hong Kong to voice ‘strong dissatisfaction’.

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Hong Kong’s High Court on Monday sentenced the 78-year-old Jimmy Lai to 20 years in jail for national security crimes. Photo: AFP
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As I see it | Western media criticism of the Jimmy Lai case verdict needs a fact check

While some critiques of the former media boss’ sentencing come down to different standards of governance and journalism, others are steeped in hypocrisy.

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Opinion | Jimmy Lai ruling shows Hong Kong’s resolve to uphold the rule of law

No smear tactics or coercive sanction from Lai’s supporters or Western benefactors will weaken Hong Kong’s determination to safeguard national security.

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Video | Did Jimmy Lai get a fair trial in Hong Kong?

Experts say critics need to take a closer look to make an informed assessment about the landmark national security case.

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Opinion | Collusion is a serious offence. Let Jimmy Lai’s case be an example

Critics of the former media boss’ sentencing should remember that he was not on trial for his beliefs, but rather for a clearly defined crime against national security.

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Key dates in Jimmy Lai’s Hong Kong national security case

Key dates in Jimmy Lai’s Hong Kong national security case

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China’s UK embassy slams BN(O) expansion for ‘manipulating’ Jimmy Lai case

Embassy spokesman condemns ‘malicious’ move to expand migration pathway and accuses Britain of interfering in China’s domestic affairs.

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Hongkongers born between 1979 and 1997 whose parents did not apply to the BN(O) scheme on their behalf before the handover are now eligible. Photo: Fung Chang
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Editorial | Jimmy Lai trial shows Hong Kong’s rule of law remains robust

The court arrived at the sentences based on the law and the evidence, consistent with the role and responsibilities of the city’s independent judiciary.

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A Correctional Services Department vehicle carrying Jimmy Lai arrives at the West Kowloon Court on February 9. Photo: Sam Tsang
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Ex-media boss Jimmy Lai jailed for 20 years under national security law

Beijing hails punishment as a ‘powerful declaration’ against those who dare challenge the city’s national security law.

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UK expands BN(O) scheme to more Hongkongers following Jimmy Lai sentencing

Britain’s Home Office says those under 18 during 1997 handover to China will be eligible to apply for scheme.

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Video | Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison

Sentencing of former media boss followed convictions on charges of collusion with foreign forces and publishing seditious articles.

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Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison for national security crimes

Hong Kong leader and Beijing office say sentence shows rule of law has been upheld, while UK pledges to engage with Chinese authorities over case.

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Cardinal Joseph Zen and Jimmy Lai’s wife Teresa Lai leave West Kowloon Court. Photo: Sam Tsang
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Jimmy Lai to be sentenced on Monday in Hong Kong national security trial

High Court judges to hand down penalties on 78-year-old defendant at 10am, according to judiciary website.

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Editorial | Hong Kong’s commitment to the rule of law is clear

As the city’s courts will face continued scrutiny, the best way forward is to adhere to the fundamental principles reaffirmed by the chief justice.

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