Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong was sentenced to 10 years in prison, and Taiwan's government is calling it political persecution dressed up as national security.

• Wong was convicted under Hong Kong's national security law for allegedly conspiring with foreign forces, and received a 10-year sentence.
• Taiwan's presidential office condemned the ruling in its strongest terms, saying Beijing and Hong Kong authorities are using "national security" as cover to endlessly prosecute pro-democracy figures.
• Taiwan's spokesperson said young Hong Kong activists are losing their best years in prison simply for wanting democracy, and that pursuing freedom should not be treated as a crime.
• Taiwan called on Beijing and Hong Kong to stop the political crackdown and release detained democracy advocates, pledging to keep standing with people who defend freedom and democracy.

Outlook: Hong Kong is expected to keep using national security law to pursue other pro-democracy figures, while Taiwan continues to use these cases to criticize Beijing internationally.