Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai trial scheduled to hear closing arguments in late July

[HKFP] - 03/7/2025

The national security trial of jailed Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai is expected to hear closing arguments in late July, with proceedings now adjourned for both parties to prepare for their submissions. Three judges presiding over the high-profile national security trial tentatively set July (…)



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