Hong Kong Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Remains Imprisoned Amid US-UK Criticism and Calls for Release

Jimmy Lai, the Hong Kong media mogul detained for refusing to align with Beijing's propaganda, remains imprisoned as a court prepares to sentence him. Former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence and other advocates have called for Lai's release, emphasizing concerns over free speech restrictions. The United States has criticized the United Kingdom for imposing serious limitations on free speech, with some commentators arguing that the UK faces significant challenges in this area. Despite former President Donald Trump's earlier vow to free Lai and the U.S. President's intention to raise Lai's case during discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Lai remains incarcerated. Calls have also been made for UK elected officials to advocate for Lai, who holds UK citizenship, highlighting a perceived silence from British authorities on the matter.