Macau lawyers raise doubts about lack of information in the case of former deputy Au Kam San

Two lawyers in Macau expressed concerns over the lack of public information regarding the conviction of former pro-democracy legislator Au Kam San. The Court sentenced him to 12 years and six months for crimes against state security, marking the first case under the National Security Law since Macau's establishment. Lawyer Sérgio Almeida Correia stated he could not comment due to insufficient information, while Luís Almeida Pinto noted the closed trial hindered a thorough analysis. Both emphasized the need for transparency and questioned the fairness of the proceedings. The case raises broader concerns about legal rights and freedoms in Macau, particularly in light of the 1987 Sino-Portuguese Joint Declaration.