A Hong Kong democracy activist’s long-awaited London reunion may be cut short
Summary
Wu Chi-wai, a former Hong Kong pro-democracy lawmaker who spent over five years in prison, reunited with his family in London but faces being sent back to Hong Kong much sooner than planned. The UK allowed him entry with a seven-day immigration bail but has not extended his stay, raising concerns about his ability to remain and visit his family.Key Facts
- Wu Chi-wai was a pro-democracy lawmaker in Hong Kong and former chairman of the city’s largest opposition party.
- He was jailed for four years and five months in 2024 for conspiracy to commit subversion related to an unofficial primary election.
- Wu was charged under the Beijing-imposed national security law that targeted democracy activists in Hong Kong.
- After his release, Wu traveled to London to reunite with his wife and son, who live in the UK.
- UK border officials gave him a seven-day immigration bail, meaning he must leave the UK soon.
- Wu’s previously planned longer visit with his family will be cut short due to the requirement to leave.
- The UK government supports Hong Kong residents but does not comment on individual cases like Wu’s.
- Over 230,000 Hong Kong residents have used a UK visa program to live and work in Britain since the security law began.
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