This landmark case under the National Security Law, conducted without a jury, began with the 2020 pro-democracy primary election and continues to grip society today. Involving 47 pro-democracy figures such as Benny Tai, Joshua Wong, Gwyneth Ho, Lam Cheuk-ting, Leung Kwok-hung, and Au Nok-hin, the case highlights unsettling realities: 32 of the accused have been in custody for over three years without a verdict.

The fairness of judicial procedures, charges of subversion, prosecution evidence, and bail denials have become key points of contention. As sentencing approaches, how has this case reshaped Hong Kong’s judicial and political landscape? And what seismic shifts has society experienced over the past three years?

Programme Highlights:

00:00 The Trial of the 47

02:30 The Disappearance of Political Parties

05:30 The Collapse of Civil Society

08:20 Remaining Political Parties Struggling to Survive

10:50 Life Changes of the Detained Over Three Years