Roy Tam Hoi-pong (譚凱邦) — Hong Kong 47 Former Political Prisoner

Roy Tam Hoi-pong (譚凱邦) is a Hong Kong environmentalist, former district councillor and former Hong Kong 47 political prisoner.

Arrest and charge

Tam was arrested on January 6, 2021 for participation in the July 2020 unofficial democratic primary and later charged with conspiracy to commit subversion.

Sentence

On November 19, 2024, Tam was sentenced to 4 years 3 months.

Release

Tam was released on May 30, 2025 after completing his sentence. Free China therefore classifies him as a former political prisoner / released.

Media & archive

Hong Kong Watch profile · FCM sentencing archive · Hong Kong hub

Last status review: September 13, 2026.