2 Hongkongers held in Philippines for months after prison terms end
- Posted on October 2, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
Two Hong Kong nationals remain detained in Philippine custody despite completing their drug-related prison sentences from the early 2000s. The Chinese embassy in Manila has formally expressed concern regarding their prolonged incarceration beyond their legal sentence completion dates. This case raises significant questions about detention procedures and international cooperation between Philippine and Hong Kong authorities, highlighting potential administrative or legal complexities in cross-border criminal justice matters.
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2 Hongkongers held in Philippines for months after prison terms end
Chinese embassy in Manila expresses concern over the cases of two men who had completed sentences for drug cases in 2000 and 2001.
