Hong Kong media tycoon and pro-democracy figure Jimmy Lai has been sentenced to 20 years in prison under the city’s national security law. Once the founder of the outspoken Apple Daily newspaper, Lai’s conviction marks a defining moment for press freedom and political dissent in Hong Kong. Here’s a look at his journey, rise, and the case that changed everything. Share this: Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on Threads (Opens in new window) Threads Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window) Pocket Click to share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon Click to share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor Click to share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Like this:Like Loading... Post navigation Home Minister to review progress of safety measures at Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru APNGOs Association urges government to resolve pending issues; appoint new Pay Revision Commission