Jimmy Lai faces a pivotal national security trial in Hong Kong, potentially leading to a life sentence amid concerns for press freedom and judicial independence
HONG KONG — A Hong Kong court began hearing final arguments Monday in the landmark national security trial of former pro-democracy newspaper founder Jimmy Lai , who could be sentenced to up to life in prison if he is convicted.Lai, 77, was arrested in 2020 under a national security law imposed by Beijing following anti-government protests in 2019. He is being tried on charges of colluding with foreign forces to endanger national security and conspiring with others to issue seditious publications .
After Friday’s hearing, the Hong Kong government alleged foreign media outlets had attempted to mislead the public about Lai's medical care. It said a medical examination of Lai found no abnormalities and that the medical care he received in custody was adequate.It is unclear when the verdict will be delivered.When Lai entered the courtroom, he waved and smiled to those sitting in the public gallery. He also briefly instructed his legal team in a voice audible to public attendees.
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