Rule of law in Hong Kong ‘more robust than outcome of any single case’: chief justice

Hong Kong's Chief Justice Andrew Cheung addressed concerns about the rule of law following Jimmy Lai's conviction in a high-profile national security case. Speaking at the opening of the legal year, Cheung asserted that Hong Kong's rule of law is stronger than any single case outcome. He cautioned against calls for early release based on occupation or political reasons, deeming such actions a threat to the legal system. Cheung also condemned threats of sanctions against judges. He urged the public to carefully review the Lai case judgment before offering criticism, emphasizing that the rule of law's existence should not be judged based on individual case results.

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