HKSAR LegCo firmly supports court's lawful sentencing in "conspiracy to commit collusion" case of Wong Chi-fung
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A spokesperson for the Legislative Council (LegCo) of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) stated today (November 5) that LegCo firmly supports the sentence handed down by the Court of First Instance of the High Court in accordance with the law concerning Wong Chi-fung's offence of "conspiracy to commit collusion with foreign countries or with external elements to endanger national security". The sentence fully demonstrates the rule of law and justice, reflecting that under the Hong Kong National Security Law (HKNSL), anyone attempting to endanger national security will inevitably be severely punished in accordance with the law.
The LegCo spokesperson stated that the United States Congressional-Executive Commission on China made malicious attacks and smears regarding the sentencing of this case, and even demanded the unconditional release of Wong Chi-fung, which is a complete trampling upon the rule of law. The LegCo spokesperson urged various Western countries, anti-China organisations and politicians, as well as some foreign media, to immediately stop making irresponsible remarks on the adjudication of judicial cases in the HKSAR, and to cease interfering in Hong Kong's judiciary in any form.
The LegCo spokesperson emphasised that Wong Chi-fung's offence endangering national security was extremely serious, and as ruled by the court in its reasons for sentence, the offence was of a grave nature. At the material time, Hong Kong was confronted with the severe impact of social turmoil and riots, and was facing very high risks to national security and the rule of law. At such a critical time, he and his accomplices showed no repentance and continued to act recklessly as agents of foreign countries and external forces following the implementation of the HKNSL, wantonly persisting in conspiring to collude with foreign countries or external forces to endanger national security, in a vain attempt to exert pressure on the Central Authorities and the HKSAR Government through external forces. Wong Chi-fung continued to call for foreign sanctions through his own social media accounts and mainstream Western news media or outlets, showing that he was evidently one of the masterminds of the case and an advocate at the forefront.
The LegCo spokesperson pointed out that the evidence against Wong Chi-fung was conclusive and he chose to plead guilty, reflecting the sufficiency of evidence gathered by the Police to apprehend based on which the Department of Justice prosecuted offenders endangering national security in accordance with the law. The court handed down the sentence based on the facts of the case and legal principles, setting out the relevant reasons in detail and fully reflecting that Hong Kong, as a society underpinned by the rule of law, adheres to the principles that laws must be observed and strictly enforced to bring offenders to account. The sentence handed down by the court is proportionate with the gravity of his offences and expresses community's abhorrence at his crimes. This sentence serves as a powerful deterrent to all those attempting to collude with external forces to undermine national interests.
The LegCo spokesperson emphasised that Hong Kong's judicial system is protected by the Basic Law, and the Judiciary exercises judicial power independently, free from interference. When adjudicating national security cases or cases of any other nature, the courts of the HKSAR consistently uphold procedural justice that the convictions and sentences in all cases are strictly based on evidence in accordance with the law, rather than on the political stance, background or identity of any individual. All defendants receive fair trials under the protection of the Basic Law and the Hong Kong Bill of Rights, and their lawful rights are fully safeguarded.
The LegCo spokesperson pointed out that since the implementation of the HKNSL and the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, Hong Kong's social order has been restored to stability, and the foundation of the rule of law has become even more solid. Numerous international indicators clearly show that Hong Kong's business environment and international competitiveness maintain a leading position, including being once again ranked this year as the world's freest economy, ranking second globally in world competitiveness, and third worldwide as an international financial centre, with its rule of law index also remaining high. Hong Kong Legal Week 2026, held this month, has brought together top-tier legal professionals and organisations from around the globe, and the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law has established its first office outside its Rome headquarters in Hong Kong, further demonstrating the international community's high recognition of Hong Kong's rule of law.
Facts have proven that security is the prerequisite for development. Only by upholding the coordinated pursuit of development and security can Hong Kong maintain a long-term free and open environment, stabilise market confidence, and expand international connections. The LegCo spokesperson reiterated that as an integral member of the HKSAR's governing team, LegCo will, as always, support the HKSAR Government in resolutely safeguarding national security, protecting the lawful rights and interests of citizens, and fully preventing, suppressing and punishing acts and activities endangering national security.
Ends/Thursday, November 5, 2026
Issued at HKT 22:35
Issued at HKT 22:35
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