Several US lawmakers have expressed strong disapproval following the sentencing of Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy media figure, and eight others under Hong Kong’s National Security Law. The group received lengthy prison terms related to charges brought under the legislation.
The sentences have drawn international attention due to concerns over the law’s impact on freedom of expression and judicial independence in Hong Kong.
**Why this matters**
The case highlights ongoing tensions surrounding Hong Kong’s legal system and its relationship with China’s central government. Observers worry that the National Security Law may be used to suppress dissent and limit democratic freedoms in the region.
Source: NewsData