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Hong Kong Slams EU's Sanctions Call Over Jimmy Lai

1/22/2026

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Hong Kong authorities condemned a European Parliament resolution seeking sanctions against officials and revoking the city's trade status over Jimmy Lai, Apple Daily founder, due to his conviction.
The resolution passed with 503 votes in favor, calling for Lai's immediate release.
Lai faces life imprisonment on conspiracy charges.
The Hong Kong government labeled the resolution groundless, urging the European Parliament to understand the facts.

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Hong Kong authorities condemned a European Parliament resolution seeking sanctions against officials and revoking the city's trade status over Jimmy Lai, Apple Daily founder, due to his conviction.
The resolution passed with 503 votes in favor, calling for Lai's immediate release.
Lai faces life imprisonment on conspiracy charges.
The Hong Kong government labeled the resolution groundless, urging the European Parliament to understand the facts.