The Hong Kong court is set to deliver a sentencing decision for Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy media magnate, who faces up to life imprisonment under a controversial national security law.
Jimmy Lai, a prominent pro-democracy figure in Hong Kong, is awaiting sentencing after being convicted under the region's national security law, with observers fearing he could face severe penalties ranging from 10 years to life imprisonment. His case has stirred significant international attention, particularly in the UK, where the government has been criticized for not advocating more forcefully for his release during a recent diplomatic visit to China by Prime Minister Keir Starmer. In a parliamentary hearing, Sebastien Lai, Jimmy's son, emphasized that his father's situation is emblematic of broader issues regarding human rights and freedom of expression in Hong Kong and highlighted the need for the UK government to take stronger action.
