A Hong Kong court has found pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai guilty of collusion with foreign forces, dealing a significant blow to the city’s democratic movement and raising concerns about Beijing’s growing influence. The ruling comes as China continues to crack down on dissent, imposing strict controls on free speech and assembly in the semi-autonomous territory.
Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/12/15/hong-kong-court-finds-pro-democracy-activist-jimmy-lai-guilty-of-collusion-with-foreign-forces.html