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Hong Kong rule of law 'profoundly compromised', says British judge

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 11 June 2024
British judge Jonathan Sumption resigned from the top Hong Kong appeals court, criticizing the compromised rule of law in areas where the government has strong opinions. Hong Kong's leader John Lee disagreed with Sumption's comments, accusing foreign interference in legal affairs amid China's national security law implementation.
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