Comment on “Unveiling the Truth of Hong Kong: Former Journalists of Apple Daily Take on the Barriers” [in Japanese]
On July 2, 2023, Asahi Shimbun introduced a comment by Professor Maiko Ichihara at the Graduate School of Law on the article “Unveiling the Truth of Hong Kong: Former Journalists of Apple Daily Take on the Barriers.” This article focuses on Ms. Leung Ka-lai, a Hong Kong female journalist who is courageously striving to deliver the truth despite the increasing pressure on the media following the enactment of the National Security Law. Professor Ichihara explained that the media regulations in Hong Kong not only hinder activities within Hong Kong but also affect the actions of Hong Kong people abroad. She pointed out that it is crucial for the media overseas to work in solidarity with the local people to disseminate information about the actual situation.
