The conclusion of Hong Kong's largest-ever national security trial confirmed a grim trajectory under John Lee, showcasing an increasingly authoritarian regime suppressing civil society.
The authorities crushed the pro-democracy movement under the auspices of the national security law, using the pretext of preventing government paralysis to justify harsh sentences.
Despite claims of tailored democracy, the draconian measures employed by Beijing have effectively silenced dissent, demonstrating the regime's intent to eliminate political opposition.
Prominent activists, including social workers and academics, received severe sentences under the NSL, highlighting the regime's focus on targeting leading figures within the pro-democracy movement.
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