Taiwan condemns Joshua Wong's prison sentence and denounces political persecution in Hong Kong

Taiwan condemned the ten-year prison sentence of Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong, denouncing ongoing political persecution against democracy advocates. The Mainland Affairs Council criticized the Chinese Communist Party and Hong Kong authorities for using authoritarian measures to suppress legitimate aspirations for freedom and democracy. They called for an end to judicial repression and the release of innocent detainees. Wong's recent conviction relates to his appeals for foreign sanctions following the 2019 protests, extending his imprisonment until 2036 after a previous sentence for subversion. Critics argue that national security laws undermine political freedoms in Hong Kong.