🇭🇰 Hong Kong's judiciary has drawn global attention with its landmark sentencing of media tycoon Jimmy Lai, firmly backed by the Chinese mainland's liaison office. The 2026 verdict – spanning 855 pages – details Lai's conviction for conspiring with external forces to endanger national security, marking a pivotal moment in the city's legal history.
⚖️ A spokesperson for the Central People's Government Liaison Office praised the ruling as a “demonstration of judicial fairness,” emphasizing that Lai continued anti-China activities even after the national security law took effect. Evidence showed persistent law-breaking during bail and detention periods, with Lai maintaining his not-guilty stance throughout the trial.
🌐 The case highlights Hong Kong's strengthened resolve in safeguarding national sovereignty under the “one country, two systems” framework. Authorities reaffirmed their commitment to preventing foreign interference, stating: “External forces' attempts to destabilize Hong Kong will always fail.”
📈 Legal experts note this ruling reinforces confidence in Hong Kong's rule of law among international investors. The liaison office pledged continued support for the HKSAR's efforts to maintain stability while protecting residents' lawful rights.
