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Hong Kong national security law (NSL)

Beijing voices support for jailing of 45 opposition activists

Central government’s liaison office also condemns US and other countries for ‘attacks’ against judicial system.

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Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai denies pushing staff to draft sanctions list for US

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Beijing slams Western threats of sanctions after 45 activists jailed in Hong Kong

21 Nov 2024 - 4:15PM

Lai says no ‘serious violence’ at storming of Hong Kong Legco – as it happened

Former media boss also rejects claims from ex-Apple Daily staff over grip on editorial direction, creation of sanctions list targeting Hongkongers.

2 hours ago

Former media boss Jimmy Lai has denied leveraging his connections to sway foreign policy on Hong Kong or mainland China. Photo: AFP

How did judges decide prison sentences handed down in Hong Kong 47 trial?

Sentences ranging from four years and two months to 10 years for conspiracy to commit subversion were proportionate with severity of crime, experts say.

21 Nov 2024 - 8:30AMvideocam

Editorial | Subversion sentences close difficult chapter as Hong Kong rule of law prevails

Justice neither delayed nor denied in Hong Kong’s longest-running national security case that saw jail terms for 45 opposition figures.

21 Nov 2024 - 6:15AM

Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai admits donating to groups but denies having agenda

Former media boss goes into witness box for the first time and gives 6½ hours of testimony in his high-profile national security trial.

21 Nov 2024 - 1:06AMvideocam

Jimmy Lai testified for more than six hours on his first day in the witness box. Photo: AP

Explainer | US threatens sanctions: what Hong Kong can expect after the jailing of 45 activists

The Post reviews how Hong Kong was caught in China-US geopolitical crosshairs and the impact of restrictive measures on the city.

21 Nov 2024 - 6:05AMvideocam

US threatens new sanctions on Hong Kong officials

21 Nov 2024 - 11:22AM

Hong Kong 47 and their jail time after longest national security trial

The 45 opposition figures found guilty of subversion for their roles in a plot to overthrow the government have learned their fates.

20 Nov 2024 - 4:20PM

Recap | Car hits children outside school, toxic smog visible from space: 6 news videos

From a harrowing car incident in China to a toxic smog cloud visible from space, explore six stories from the video team at the South China Morning Post.

20 Nov 2024 - 1:41PMvideocam

Video footage circulating online showed the aftermath of the incident outside a school in Hunan. Photo: AFP

Lai wanted Trump to stop Hong Kong security law with ‘call to Xi’ – as it happened

Former media boss takes stand for first time in national security trial, outlining ties with US officials past and present as well as ex-Taiwan leader Tsai Ing-wen.

21 Nov 2024 - 10:25AM

Hong Kong slams US over fresh sanctions vow after activists jailed

US ‘taking steps’ to impose visa restrictions on ‘multiple Hong Kong officials’ after 45 activists jailed in landmark national security trial.

21 Nov 2024 - 1:27AMvideocam

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45 Hong Kong activists jailed for 4 to 10 years over plot to topple government

Former legal scholar and ‘mastermind’ Benny Tai receives 10-year prison term.

20 Nov 2024 - 12:18AMvideocam

The defendants head back to jail in a prison vehicle. Photo: Sam Tsang

Hong Kong 47: when will jailed activists in security trial be released?

Claudia Mo among four set to be released in six months, after spending nearly four years in custody, but others still face years behind bars.

19 Nov 2024 - 11:31PMvideocam

Former legislator Claudia Mo was one of those handed the lightest sentence of four years and two months. Photo: May Tse

Sentences handed down in national security trial in Hong Kong

19 Nov 2024 - 8:29PM

Hong Kong 47: supporters bid farewell to jailed opposition figures

Those who made it into packed public gallery said their goodbyes.

19 Nov 2024 - 10:00PM

Hong Kong 47: Benny Tai jailed for 10 years over plot to overthrow government

‘Clear message’ sent over seriousness of offences, minister Chris Tang says, as government considers appeal to push for longer jail terms.

19 Nov 2024 - 7:51PMvideocam

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Police stand guard outside West Kowloon Court as Hong Kong’s landmark subversion trial draws to a close. Photo: Sam Tsang

Opinion | Those sympathetic to Jimmy Lai must stick to the facts

A London-based legal team’s claims about the treatment of the former media tycoon in prison ignore salient information.

19 Nov 2024 - 8:30AMvideocam

Explainer | Why Hong Kong prosecuted ‘Dragon Slaying’ bomb plotters under anti-terrorism law

Defendants were charged under the United Nations (Anti-Terrorism Measures) Ordinance, which was invoked for the first time since it was enacted in 2002.

18 Nov 2024 - 3:52PM

Hong Kong 47: dozens queue outside court ahead of sentencing of 45 opposition activists

Police have stepped up security since the weekend, ahead of final hearing in biggest prosecution under Beijing-decreed national security law.

18 Nov 2024 - 10:14PM

Dozens of residents queue outside West Kowloon Court in Cheung Sha Wan ahead of the sentencing hearing for 45 opposition figures. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong slams so-called legal team for ‘smears’ over Jimmy Lai custody conditions

Government also says ‘actual’ representatives for Lai had clarified so-called international legal team had not received instructions to act on his behalf.

18 Nov 2024 - 4:26PMvideocam

Jimmy Lai is incarcerated in Stanley Prison and is expected to take the witness stand to defend himself against foreign collusion and sedition charges on Wednesday. Photo: AP

China hawk Rubio set to take hard line on Hong Kong but Beijing ready: experts

Donald Trump’s pick for US secretary of state previously had a key role in getting bills against Hong Kong passed.

15 Nov 2024 - 4:28PM

Foreign ministry’s arm in Hong Kong hits out after top UK official meets Lai son

Ministry’s office in Hong Kong lashes out after meeting between British Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Sebastien Lai in London last week.

13 Nov 2024 - 1:49AM

Don’t threaten Hong Kong’s rule of law if you want close ties: Paul Lam

Justice minister weighs in on ‘absurd’ requests from Hong Kong-based US representatives and Donald Trump’s vow over jailed tycoon Jimmy Lai.

10 Nov 2024 - 4:06PMvideocam

Donald Trump pledged last month he would “100 per cent” get former media tycoon Jimmy Lai out of China. Photo: AP

Hong Kong’s Democratic Party hosts banquet after several forced cancellations

Police officers appear at opposition party’s 30th anniversary celebrations, but leave without making any arrests.

9 Nov 2024 - 11:30PM

The Democratic Party held the anniversary dinner at two separate venues on Saturday evening. Photo: Jeffie Lam

Hong Kong must improve treatment of ‘political prisoners’ to bolster US ties: envoy

US diplomat Gregory May also says he expects America’s approach to Hong Kong to remain the same regardless of who wins US presidential poll.

6 Nov 2024 - 6:22PM

Hong Kong’s Law Society sends warning letters to lawyers linked to protest fund

City’s biggest lawyer group did not disclose how many members received letters over complaints involving 612 Humanitarian Relief Fund.

5 Nov 2024 - 12:49AM

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Hong Kong national security law (NSL)

Latest news and updates on Beijing’s national security law for Hong Kong. The legislation, which was passed by Beijing by promulgation on June 30, 2020, aims to prevent, stop and punish secession, subversion of state power, terrorism and foreign interference. Opposition politicians and critics warn it could be used to suppress dissent and erode freedom in the city. Read the full text of the law here

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9 September, 2024