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Jimmy Lai Convicted: Hong Kong Government Backs High Court Ruling

12/16/2025

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The Hong Kong government supports High Court verdict finding media mogul Jimmy Lai guilty of colluding with foreign forces and sedition under the national security law.
Fifteen policy bureaus praised the ruling, stating it restores justice and sends a clear message against undermining national security.
The Hong Kong Journalists Association criticized the conviction.
Lai faces life imprisonment.
Andrew Chiu expressed remorse for his past political actions in a recent interview.

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The Hong Kong government supports High Court verdict finding media mogul Jimmy Lai guilty of colluding with foreign forces and sedition under the national security law.
Fifteen policy bureaus praised the ruling, stating it restores justice and sends a clear message against undermining national security.
The Hong Kong Journalists Association criticized the conviction.
Lai faces life imprisonment.
Andrew Chiu expressed remorse for his past political actions in a recent interview.