Hong Kong
Government actions against journalists in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is in Eastern Asia, Asia. The record holds 1 incident in which the government of Hong Kong, or an official, court or legislature there, limited journalists' ability to report.
Tactics used
- Detention and violence: 1 incident
- Licensing and closure of outlets: 1 incident
- Secrets and espionage laws: 1 incident
Heads of government at the time
Incidents by year
2025
| Date | Incident | Tactic | Head of government | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 15, 2025 | China (Hong Kong): conviction and 20-year sentence of the media owner Jimmy Lai under the National Security Law, 2025 to 2026 | Detention and violence | John Lee | Sustained (February 8, 2026) |