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Hong Kong Activists Face Collusion Charges, Convictions Upheld

September 3, 2026

Summary

Pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong pleaded guilty to collusion charges, accused of urging Western politicians to impose sanctions on Hong Kong. Separately, a Hong Kong court upheld convictions against Cardinal Joseph Zen and others related to a protester relief fund.

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  • Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Activist Joshua Wong Pleads Guilty to Collusion

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  • Hong Kong court upholds convictions of Cardinal Joseph Zen and others over protester relief fund - AP News

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