(Adnkronos) – The Hong Kong Court of Appeal has upheld the imprisonment of 12 pro-democracy activists in a high-profile subversion case under a national security law imposed by Beijing. “We reject the applicants’ appeal” against the conviction and sentence, said High Court Chief Judge Jeremy Poon.
Hong Kong, Court of Appeal confirms detention of 12 pro-democracy activists
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