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CUHK Expels Student Over Sedition Charges Amid Controversy

2/13/2026

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Miles Kwan, a Chinese University of Hong Kong student, was expelled after his arrest on sedition charges tied to a petition demanding accountability for the deadly Tai Po fire.
Kwan said the disciplinary process was unfair and the charges were fabricated.
Kwan described the panel as a “kangaroo panel.”
CUHK cited his disrespect and confidentiality breaches as expulsion reasons.
Kwan completed his requirements and was expected to graduate in March.

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Miles Kwan, a Chinese University of Hong Kong student, was expelled after his arrest on sedition charges tied to a petition demanding accountability for the deadly Tai Po fire.
Kwan said the disciplinary process was unfair and the charges were fabricated.
Kwan described the panel as a “kangaroo panel.”
CUHK cited his disrespect and confidentiality breaches as expulsion reasons.
Kwan completed his requirements and was expected to graduate in March.