On November 20, 2024, the trial of the Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai under the National Security Law drew criticism from the Hong Kong government for its harsh judgment on the 47 defendants. Among them, Chan Kwun, who was sentenced to 20 months for his involvement in assisting the Chinese Communist Party’s international interference in the Shen Yun performing arts group. The author of the book “Communist Elegy” detailed the suffering caused by political movements in mainland China. Additionally, a report from the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission recommended revoking China’s most favored nation status.
The case of Jimmy Lai under the National Security Law has elicited strong reactions, with many voices condemning the Hong Kong government’s actions against the 47 defendants. In particular, the sentencing of Chan Kwun to 20 months in prison for his role in aiding the Chinese Communist Party’s interference with Shen Yun performances has raised concerns about the erosion of freedom in Hong Kong.
The author of “Communist Elegy” shared heartbreaking stories of individuals impacted by political movements in mainland China. The book sheds light on the human cost of the Chinese Communist Party’s political campaigns and serves as a reminder of the suffering endured by countless individuals under authoritarian regimes.
Meanwhile, the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission released a report calling for the cancellation of China’s most favored nation status. The recommendation underscores growing concerns about China’s human rights abuses, aggressive foreign policies, and unfair trade practices.
The events surrounding the trial of Jimmy Lai, the sentencing of Chan Kwun, and the release of the report on China’s most favored nation status have once again highlighted the complex and contentious issues at play in the relationships between China, Hong Kong, and the international community.
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