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Jimmy Lai

UK promises response after Hong Kong sentences Lai

09 Feb 2026-18:27
Jimmy Lai sentenced to 20 years in prison

The High Court of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) on Monday morning sentenced Jimmy Lai, an instigator of anti-China riots in Hong Kong, to 20 years in prison.

09 Feb 2026-08:29
Trump urges Xi to release jailed Hong Kong Tycoon

US President Donald Trump has appealed directly to Chinese President Xi Jinping to release imprisoned Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, citing concerns over the 78-year-old’s health following his conviction under Hong Kong’s national security law.

16 Dec 2025-14:33
Hong Kong democrat Jimmy Lai given heart monitor as marathon trial nears end

Hong Kong pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai was fitted with a heart monitor and prescribed medication on Monday as his landmark national security trial entered its final stage, following health concerns that delayed proceedings last week.

18 Aug 2025-14:49
Hong Kong delays Jimmy Lai trial after heart issues raise concerns

Closing submissions in the national security trial of Hong Kong pro-democracy businessman Jimmy Lai were postponed after he experienced heart palpitations. The hearing will resume Monday with medical support in place.

15 Aug 2025-11:11