British judge Jonathan Sumption resigned from Hong Kong's top appeals court, citing profound compromises to the rule of law amid a national security crackdown. His resignation, following the conviction of 14 democratic activists, highlights concerns about judicial independence. Hong Kong's leader John Lee accused Britain of interfering in legal affairs.
British judge Jonathan Sumption resigned from Hong Kong's top appeals court, citing profound compromises to the rule of law amid a national security crackdown. His resignation, following the conviction of 14 democratic activists, highlights concerns about judicial independence. Hong Kong's leader John Lee accused Britain of interfering in legal affairs.
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