Jimmy Lai Chee-ying

Hong Kong authorities detain and deport Reporters Without Borders campaigner

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A representative of an international non-governmental organisation advocating for press freedom was denied entry to Hong Kong and deported on Wednesday as the organisation sought to meet journalists and monitor a high-profile national security trial in the city. Reporters Without Borders said on Wednesday evening its Taipei-based advocacy officer Aleksandra Bielakowska was searched and questioned … Read more

Jimmy Lai trial: Hong Kong activist considered creating government-in-exile as part of sanctions bid against city, court hears

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Prosecutors alleged Apple Daily founder Lai financed the “Fight for Freedom, Stand with Hong Kong” (SWHK) lobbying group and gave instructions to Li through Chan on triggering economic sanctions and other hostile acts by foreign governments. Texts between Chan and the activist turned prosecution witness also touched on which local political personality they felt should … Read more