HK Current Affairs

There have been ongoing concerns over the physical and mental wellbeing of Jimmy Lai, with the statement noting the 77-year-old’s health ‘is deteriorating.’

The case marks the longest sentence handed down in connection with the 2019 pro-democracy protests.

Some stores have been forced to close within a year, with analysts blaming tight profit margins in the sector, coupled with market oversaturation.

The authorities cancelled the passports of six pro-democracy activists in exile, and banned anyone from supporting them financially.

The resignations of Lord Sumption and Lord Collins followed the conviction of 14 pro-democracy legislators and activists of ‘conspiracy to commit subversion.’