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"Closing Arguments Under Way In Jimmy Lai’s Landmark National Security Trial" [1]

"A Hong Kong court is hearing closing arguments in the landmark trial of Jimmy Lai, one of the fiercest critics of the Chinese state

The hearing was delayed twice last week due to bad weather and concerns regarding Lai's health. The closing arguments are expected to last about eight days

Lai, accused of colluding with foreign forces under Hong Kong's controversial national security law (NSL), faces life in prison if convicted

The 77-year-old is the founder of pro-democracy publications including the now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper"

Martin Yip, Danny Vincent and Koey Lee report for BBC News August 18, 2025. [2]

Journalism & Media [3]
Laws & Regulations [4]
Asia [5]
Public [6]
Source: BBC News [2], 08/18/2025
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