Several former colleagues of Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai at the Apple Daily newspaper reacted with dismay at his national security conviction, fearing Lai and other former staffers may be given a heavy sentence but saying he remains an inspiration.

Hong Kong's last remaining major opposition party, the Hong Kong Democratic Party, has agreed to dissolve after a majority vote by its members. Several party members have said they were warned by Chinese officials or middlemen to disband or face consequences.