Two British judges have resigned from Hong Kong’s top court, the city’s judiciary confirmed, raising concerns about the city's rule of law under a Beijing-imposed national security law. The judges, Jonathan Sumption and Lawrence Collins, who serve as non-permanent overseas judges of Hong Kong's Court of Final Appeal, tendered their resignations to the city leader. Collins cited the 'political situation in Hong Kong' as the reason for his resignation, while Sumption is expected to make a statement next week.
Chief Justice Andrew Cheung expressed regret over their decisions, emphasizing the judiciary's commitment to upholding the rule of law and judicial independence in Hong Kong. The resignations come in the wake of the 2020 national security law, which has led to the arrest of numerous pro-democracy activists and raised concerns about the erosion of freedoms in the city.
