Jimmy Lai

Jimmy Lai

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Jimmy Lai is a prominent Hong Kong pro-democracy activist and media mogul known for his outspoken criticism of the Chinese government. He is the founder of Next Digital, a media company that publishes the pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily. Lai has been a vocal advocate for democratic reforms in Hong Kong, which has led to his arrest and imprisonment under China's national security law. His legal battles and the international attention surrounding his case have highlighted the ongoing struggle for freedom of speech and human rights in Hong Kong.

Born on Dec 11, 1947 (78 years old)

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New Zealand New Zealand: Jimmy Lai was mentioned as a jailed pro-democracy media mogul during the talks between Trump and Xi. 5

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Trump hosts Xi for state dinner as pomp masks tensions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Jimmy Lai is a pro-democracy activist and former publisher of Apple Daily who has faced vindictive prosecutions. 5

The Guardian: President Xi never wastes a good crisis. As Iran, Ukraine and Palestine distract the world, he tightens his grip | Simon Tisdall

Taiwan Taiwan: Jimmy Lai is the founder of the pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily, currently serving a 20-year prison term under the National Security Law. 5

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: HK activist’s family reunion in London may be cut short

Taiwan Taiwan: Jimmy Lai is a jailed media tycoon whose biography raises questions about inciting disaffection. 5

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: Beijing remains spooked by books

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Trump mentioned that progress on other detained figures, such as the British citizen Jimmy Lai, was harder. 5

The Guardian: Founder of prominent underground church released from prison in China | China