Pro-democracy activist from Macau Au Kam San sentenced to 12 and a half years in prison

Macau's judiciary sentenced pro-democracy activist Au Kam San to 12 years and six months in prison for national security crimes. The former deputy was found guilty of subversion, establishing connections with foreign entities for acts against state security, and violating secrecy. The trial was held behind closed doors for security reasons, but the verdict was announced publicly.

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