Index on Censorship, a global magazine campaigning for freedom of expression, recently released six letters written by Jimmy Lai in prison. Lai is the founder of the now-defunct Apple Daily, an outspoken Hong Kong newspaper critical of Beijing. He was arrested on Aug. 10, 2020, after being accused of “collusion with foreign forces” following the Chinese regime’s imposition of the National Security Law in Hong Kong, and he was later released on bail. He was arrested again in December on additional accusations and is currently serving a 20-month prison term. In its article titled, “Beijing’s fearless foe with God on his side,” Index of Censorship revealed that Lai’s wife Teresa is a devout Catholic. Under her influence, Lai converted to Catholicism when Hong Kong came under Chinese rule. He has been a brave prisoner of conscience because of his dedication to his faith. Apple Daily published its last edition of …
Jimmy Lai, Beijing’s Fearless Foe and a Prisoner of Conscience With God on His Side
April 8, 2022
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