Condemnation of Jimmy Lai's Conviction in Hong Kong

by name voted on 22.01.2026

Summary

The European Parliament condemns the conviction of pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong and calls for his immediate release, citing violations of freedom of expression and judicial independence.

10 22.01.2026

Resolution

press

human rights

international relations

Key points

The European Parliament strongly condemns the conviction of Jimmy Lai, viewing it as a politically motivated attack on democracy.
There is grave concern regarding the potential for life imprisonment for an elderly individual with serious health issues.
The motion denounces the use of security laws to systematically dismantle media freedom and judicial independence in Hong Kong.
The Parliament calls for the immediate and unconditional release of Jimmy Lai and all other political prisoners.

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Speeches

11 Speeches in total

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2:32 min

16.3. Conviction and imminent sentencing of Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong

Miriam LEXMANN

PPE

1:15 min

16.3. Conviction and imminent sentencing of Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong

Documents (PDFs)

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