Hong Kong's security chief Chris Tang doubled down on the city's judicial independence Monday after foreign critics questioned the high-profile conviction of media tycoon Jimmy Lai. The 76-year-old was found guilty of conspiring with external forces and publishing seditious materials through his now-defunct Apple Daily outlet.
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Tang told reporters: "Every action was taken strictly by the book – no exceptions, no special treatment." The verdict comes five years after Hong Kong's 2019 social unrest, with authorities emphasizing national security as a red line. 🔴📜
Legal experts note this case sets precedent for interpreting the city's National Security Law. While some Western politicians cried foul, local residents expressed relief at the conclusion of the three-year legal process. ⚖️🗓️
