A former pro-democracy lawmaker in Macao was arrested in July 2025, causing shock among his family and political observers. The case has raised concerns about fairness and the region's tolerance for dissent. Little is known about the details of the case, even to the lawmaker's daughter.

The arrest is the first publicly known case under Macao's national security law, which was enacted in 2009. Further information about the case and its implications can be found through KSAT 12's source materials, which provide more context about the situation in Macao and its relation to Beijing's security policies.