Joshua Wong Seeks Lesser Sentence in Landmark National Security Case

Joshua Wong, a prominent activist, requested a reduced sentence in court for his part in Hong Kong's largest national security case. Charged with conspiracy to commit subversion along with 46 others, his guilty plea may offer him a lighter sentence. The case marks a critical juncture for Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement.

Joshua Wong, a prominent activist, appeared in court on Friday, seeking a reduced sentence after pleading guilty in what is Hong Kong's largest national security case to date.

In 2021, Wong and 46 other activists were charged under a Beijing-imposed national security law with conspiracy to commit subversion. Accused of attempting to paralyse the government through an unofficial primary aimed at legislative control, the activists faced severe penalties.

Wong's lawyer, Marco Li, argued for leniency, stating Wong was only an active participant and did not organize the primary. Given his guilty plea, Wong hopes for a one-third reduction in his sentence. The outcome of this case will significantly impact the future of Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement.

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