Jailed Hong Kong pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai could die in in prison if found guilty, his son told the BBC.
Sebastien Lai was speaking to the BBC’s Danny Vincent ahead of the final stage of his father’s trial for national security offences.
The 77-year-old British citizen is accused of colluding with foreign forces, which he denies. He faces life in prison if convicted. He has been in jail since December 2020, serving time for other convictions related to his role in the city’s pro-democracy protests.
He was due in court on Thursday for closing arguments but the hearing has been postponed because of a typhoon.
Critics say the city’s controversial national security law targets those who resist Beijing’s control – but authorities argue the law maintains stability.
