Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai has been indicted under a security law – BBC News

Hong Kong pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai has been indicted under a new national security law in the territory. Lai, 73, is accused of conspiring with foreign forces to endanger national security, and could face a lengthy prison sentence. He is the most important character implicated under the new law. Mr. Lai created the Apple Daily newspaper and is harshly criticized by the Beijing authorities. Beijing has said the new security law will restore stability to the territory after a year of unrest, but critics say it has silenced dissent. Please subscribe HERE .

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