Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong, who has become the global face of the city’s pro‑democracy movement, has been sentenced by Hong Kong authorities.
Wong first rose to prominence during the 2014 Umbrella Movement, a series of large‑scale protests demanding greater democratic freedoms in the Special Administrative Region.
Since then he has been a vocal critic of the Chinese government’s influence over Hong Kong and a leading figure in the city’s push for democratic reforms.
The sentencing marks a significant moment for the pro‑democracy movement, which has faced increasing pressure from the mainland government and local authorities.
Wong’s case is being closely watched by supporters and observers worldwide, who see it as a test of the resilience of Hong Kong’s civil society.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
