Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years as UK Expands Visa Scheme

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Hong Kong judges sentenced 78-year-old media mogul Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison following his conviction for sedition and collusion with foreign forces.British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper are reportedly negotiating with Beijing for the early release of the British citizen in exchange for his silence.The UK government responded to the ruling by expanding a visa scheme for Hong Kong residents while officials in the USA and Taiwan condemned the verdict as political persecution.
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