Sentencing of Chinese #MeToo Activist Huang Xueqin
Leading Chinese #MeToo activist Huang Xueqin was sentenced to five years for state subversion, while labor activist Wang Jianbing was sentenced to three years and six months. Huang plans to appeal her sentence.
Key Points
- Huang Xueqin sentenced to five years for state subversion
- Wang Jianbing sentenced to three years and six months
- Huang plans to appeal the verdict
- Heavy security presence at the court during the trial
Pros
- Raising awareness about social issues in China
- Support for human rights and civil liberties
Cons
- Suppression of dissenting voices by the Chinese government