Summary:
- The US announced plans for new sanctions on Chinese officials after 14 pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong were convicted under a national security law imposed by Beijing.
- The activists were found guilty in a landmark subversion trial, sparking concerns about continued crackdown on civil liberties.
- The US will impose fresh visa restrictions on officials responsible for implementing the security law.
- Hong Kong accused Western governments of “untruthful, slandering, and smearing” remarks, while the court’s decision was condemned by the EU, UK, and Australia.
