The statue of Lady Justice at the Court of Final Appeal in Central. Getting rid of overseas non-permanent judges would not suit the Communist Party’s agenda as it would be detrimental to Hong Kong’s interests. Photo: Sam Tsang
The statue of Lady Justice at the Court of Final Appeal in Central. Getting rid of overseas non-permanent judges would not suit the Communist Party’s agenda as it would be detrimental to Hong Kong’s interests. Photo: Sam Tsang
Albert Cheng
Opinion

Opinion

Albert Cheng

Beijing knows judicial independence is the last protection for Hong Kong’s future

  • Pro-Beijing critics of foreign judges on Hong Kong’s top court are misguided
  • Beijing is keen on preserving Hong Kong’s status as a financial hub and getting rid of the foreign judges would be detrimental to the city’s interests

The statue of Lady Justice at the Court of Final Appeal in Central. Getting rid of overseas non-permanent judges would not suit the Communist Party’s agenda as it would be detrimental to Hong Kong’s interests. Photo: Sam Tsang
The statue of Lady Justice at the Court of Final Appeal in Central. Getting rid of overseas non-permanent judges would not suit the Communist Party’s agenda as it would be detrimental to Hong Kong’s interests. Photo: Sam Tsang
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