China's Crackdown on Hong Kong Reflected in Lai's Trial

China's crackdown on Hong Kong is reflected in the trial of leading critic Jimmy Lai, charged with colluding with foreign forces, including the US. The trial, expected to be significant, reflects diplomatic tensions between China and the US, with implications for the rule of law and dissolution of Hong Kong's opposition democrats. The trial also involves the liquidation of Lai's listed company, Next Digital, and the use of the national security law to force the closure of Apple Daily.