Former lawmaker sentenced to 12.5 years in Macao's first national security case

Former lawmaker sentenced to 12.5 years in Macao's first national security case

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This sentencing marks the first publicly known prosecution under Macao's national security law since its enactment in 2009. The former lawmaker, Au, was arrested last year in connection with this case. The decision highlights the enforcement of national security legislation in Macao.

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