Wall Street Journal Publisher Convicted Over Hong Kong Reporter’s Union Bid

A Hong Kong court has convicted Dow Jones, publisher of the Wall Street Journal, for attempting to prevent former reporter Selina Cheng from becoming chairwoman of the Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA), Reuters reported.

Principal Magistrate Cheung Chi-wai David found that Dow Jones required Cheng to seek permission before pursuing the union leadership position and indicated she could not remain employed if she took the role.

The ruling found this charge alleging Cheng was unlawfully fired because she exercised those rights. According to the ruling, a corporate violated her rights under Hong Kong’s Trade Unions Ordinance.

Dow Jones had pleaded not guilty to both charges. Each carries a maximum fine of HK$100,000, with sentencing expected later.

Cheng said the case highlighted concerns over union rights and press freedom in Hong Kong.

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