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Event DiplomaticHong Kong opposition figures appeal convictions from national security trial.
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Event Overview
Eleven jailed opposition politicians and activists in Hong Kong are making a final attempt to clear their names following their convictions for conspiracy to commit subversion in a national security trial. The Court of Appeal has identified five legal issues that warrant further examination by the Court of Final Appeal. This legal challenge highlights the ongoing repercussions of the national security law imposed on Hong Kong. Meanwhile, former Hong Kong opposition leader Wu Chi-wai, facing deportation threats, has been granted a six-month stay in the UK after being initially detained at Heathrow Airport. These developments underscore the continued international attention and legal battles surrounding individuals associated with Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement and the national security trials that have led to numerous convictions.
Last updated: August 25, 2026

