Apple Daily

Apple Daily was a Hong Kong-based newspaper known for its pro-democracy stance and critical coverage of the Chinese government. It ceased operations in 2021 after facing increasing pressure from authorities following the implementation of Hong Kong's national security law. The newspaper's founder, Jimmy Lai, has been a prominent figure in the pro-democracy movement. Apple Daily is newsworthy due to the recent conviction of Jimmy Lai on national security charges, which has sparked international condemnation. The European Parliament is debating potential sanctions against Hong Kong officials and the revocation of the city's special trade status in response to Lai's conviction. Amnesty International has described the conviction as a 'death knell' for press freedom in Hong Kong, highlighting the broader implications for freedom of expression and the media landscape in the region. The case underscores concerns about the erosion of civil liberties and the suppression of dissent in Hong Kong.