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Macau Police Arrest Pro-Democracy Leader Au Kam San

8/2/2025

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Macau police have detained pro-democracy leader Au Kam San, accusing him of colluding with foreign forces by allegedly reaching out to an unnamed anti-China organization since 2022. At 68, Au has been a prominent figure in the fight for democracy, co-founding multiple groups and serving as a lawmaker for 20 years. His arrest underscores the increasing grip of national security laws in Macau, mirroring China's harsh tactics.

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Macau police have detained pro-democracy leader Au Kam San, accusing him of colluding with foreign forces by allegedly reaching out to an unnamed anti-China organization since 2022. At 68, Au has been a prominent figure in the fight for democracy, co-founding multiple groups and serving as a lawmaker for 20 years. His arrest underscores the increasing grip of national security laws in Macau, mirroring China's harsh tactics.