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Police Testifies in Tiananmen Vigil Trial Amid Charges

2/4/2026

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A Hong Kong police officer testified in the national security trial of Tiananmen vigil activists Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung, former leaders of the Hong Kong Alliance.
She opposed the 2020 vigil due to public health concerns amid Covid-19.
Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung face inciting subversion charges for advocating democracy and ending one-party rule.
Prosecutors say their actions breach China's constitution.
The hearing is adjourned until March 9.

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A Hong Kong police officer testified in the national security trial of Tiananmen vigil activists Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung, former leaders of the Hong Kong Alliance.
She opposed the 2020 vigil due to public health concerns amid Covid-19.
Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung face inciting subversion charges for advocating democracy and ending one-party rule.
Prosecutors say their actions breach China's constitution.
The hearing is adjourned until March 9.