Feb 26 โ€ข 12:12 UTC ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Finland Ilta-Sanomat

Surprising Decision: The Conviction of Democracy Activist Is Nullified

A Hong Kong court unexpectedly overturned the fraud conviction of democracy activist Jimmy Lai, who is still serving a 20-year sentence for other charges.

In a surprising turn of events, a Hong Kong court has overturned the conviction of media tycoon and democracy activist Jimmy Lai, known for his outspoken stance on pro-democracy issues. The court's decision, reported by Reuters, stated that Lai and another co-defendant had been granted the right to appeal their conviction due to a lower court judge's 'error'. This ruling raises questions about the judicial process in Hong Kong, especially in cases involving high-profile activists.

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