Archive · 6 Jun 2025
Joshua Wong Charged Again Under Hong Kong Security Law
Joshua Wong, a well-known Hong Kong activist, has been charged again under a law that makes it illegal to work with foreign countries against Hong Kong or China.
This is not his first time in trouble; he previously went to jail for other charges.
Prosecutors say that Wong worked with others to ask for sanctions or other actions against Hong Kong and China.
He could face life in prison if found guilty.
The case has been put off until August, while the authorities continue to investigate.
Joshua Wong was charged with conspiracy to collude with foreign forces under a national security law.
The charges are related to alleged actions between July and November 2020.
Wong previously served time for a separate subversion charge.
Authorities accuse Wong of conspiring with others to seek sanctions against Hong Kong and China.
Wong's case has been adjourned to August.
- Who
- Joshua Wong, a Hong Kong activist, is the defendant.
- What
- Wong was charged with conspiracy to collude with foreign forces to endanger national security.
- When
- The alleged offenses occurred between July 2020 and November 2020.
- Where
- The charges and arrest took place in Hong Kong.
- Why
- The prosecution claims Wong conspired with others to encourage foreign actions against Hong Kong and China.
- Defendant
- Joshua Wong
- Charge
- Conspiracy to collude with foreign forces
- Maximum Penalty
- Life imprisonment
- Alleged Offenses
- July 2020 to November 2020
- Prior Conviction
- Subversion charge, sentenced to 4 years, 8 months
- Associated Activist
- Nathan Law