Why Jimmy Lai has had a fair trial in Hong Kong

为何黎智英在香港得到了公正审判

World Today

2026-02-09

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① Hong Kong’s high court has sentenced Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison. Why does he deserve it? (00:56) ② The US Justice Department is under scrutiny for revealing information about many of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims and concealing the details of individuals who may have aided the convicted sex offender. What systemic problem is it pointing to? (13:48) ③ Canada has announced a new EV strategy, stressing the importance of a strategic partnership with China. How big is the room for China-Canada EV cooperation? (24:54) ④ Israel’s president is in Australia to mourn the deaths of last year’s anti-Semitic attack at Bondi Beach. Many Australians have protested against his visit, condemning Israel’s military actions in Gaza. How is fury over Gaza dividing Australians? (34:14) ⑤ Saudi Arabia has announced a major investment package in Syria spanning energy, aviation, real estate, and telecommunications. What are Riyadh’s economic and strategic considerations? (44:22)
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  • Coming up, Hong Kong sentences Jimmy Lai to 20 years in landmark case.

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  • Justice Department is under scrutiny for revealing victim information and concealing possible enablers in Afghanistan files.

  • Israel's president mourned anti-Semitic massacre in Australia where fury over Gaza still divides.

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  • The High Court of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region has sentenced the Jamie Lai to 20 years in prison.

  • Lai was an instigator of anti-China riots in Hong Kong in 2019.

  • He was found guilty in December on two charges of conspiring to collude with external forces and a charge of conspiracy to publish seditious materials.

  • The court in Hong Kong issued the verdict in a national security case involving Lai and the three companies,

  • linked to the now defunct Apple Daily.

  • The trial began in December 2023.

  • So, for more joining us now on the line is Dr.