The national security trial of media tycoon and pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai began in Hong Kong, on Monday (Dec 18) amid a heavy security presence as dozens of his supporters gathered outside the court.

Jimmy Lai’s landmark national security trial begins in Hong Kong, Britain calls for his release

In a courtroom drama with profound implications, pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai has embarked on a high-stakes trial in Hong Kong. Facing charges of breaching national security and colluding with foreign forces, the 76-year-old entrepreneur and vocal critic of Beijing denies all accusations.

Explained | What is the national security trial against Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong’s pro-democracy media mogul?

Jimmy Lai, the 74-year-old owner of the now-closed pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily, has been declared guilty of unlawful assembly at the Tiananmen vigil. Local reports have claimed that Lai was among the three democracy campaigners who have been convicted on Thursday.

Jailed Jimmy Lai convicted for 'unauthorised assembly' in Tiananmen vigil

Hong kong Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai is to be in court today, facing charges related to a three-year-old offense. Jimmy has been accused of threatening to injure a man during the 2017 Tiananmen Square vigil at Victoria Park.