2025年7月13日，正值诺贝尔和平奖得主、著名异议人士刘晓波逝世八周年之际，中国民主党英国总部在中共驻英大使馆门前举行抗议示威活动，悼念这位为中国民主事业献身的知识分子，并呼吁中共当局释放所有良心犯，推进民主宪政进程。此次活动是中国民主党英国总部参加中国民阵和欧洲之声联合举办的全球纪念在线联动活动的一部分，旨在跨越地域限制，汇聚全球华人对刘晓波精神的纪念与坚守。
刘晓波因起草《零八宪章》，倡导中国进行政治体制改革，于2009年被中共当局以“煽动颠覆国家政权罪”判处11年有期徒刑。2010年，他在狱中荣获诺贝尔和平奖，成为中国历史上首位在押获奖者。2017年7月13日，刘晓波肝癌于狱中病逝，终年61岁。
当日下午1时，抗议活动在伦敦中国驻英大使馆外正式开始。尽管当天伦敦气温高达32摄氏度，骄阳似火、酷热难耐，现场参与者依然全程坚持站立，无一退缩。大家身着整洁服装，神情庄重肃穆，汗水浸湿了衣襟，脚步却始终坚定，展现出高度的组织纪律性与政治信念。
参与者手持写有“言论自由无罪”、“释放所有政治犯”、“刘晓波精神不死”等标语，高喊口号，强烈谴责中共专制政权对人权的持续打压。多名参与者胸前佩戴象征和平与自由的白丝带，并在现场点燃蜡烛，以表达沉痛哀悼。白烛在烈日下摇曳，烛光虽微，却如火种般传递着自由之光。
活动期间，中国民主党英国总部多位党员代表在发言的时候共同指出：“八年前，刘晓波在被非法关押期间死于肝癌，中国政府剥夺他接受自由治疗的权利，是对基本人权的赤裸裸践踏。今天，我们在海外继续为他的理想——民主运动——奋斗，这正是对专制最有力的控诉。”
整场抗议活动和平有序，持续约一小时，期间吸引多位伦敦市民驻足围观，并有部分民众加入队伍表达声援。烈日之下，志愿者们坚持手举标语牌，队伍整齐肃静，展现出坚定的信念和不屈的意志。组织方表示，将继续在每年7月13日前后举行纪念活动，确保刘晓波的精神不会在沉默中被遗忘。
在活动尾声，全体党员庄严肃立，为刘晓波逝世默哀一分钟。人群中寂静无声，只有蜡烛轻微的燃烧声与夏风拂动旗帜的声音，仿佛整个伦敦都在这一刻为他沉思。
在法国巴黎，中国民主党英国总部顾问黄华先生在纪念会上宣布设立“刘晓波人权奖”。该奖由廖天琪，潘永忠，王冠儒，黄华，Thomas Hao共同设立。
中国民主党英国总部党员李皓博供稿
2025年7月13日
活动组织者：卢灵飞，李皓博，朱嗣勇
发言党员名单：卢灵飞，雷喜哲、赵武，朱嗣勇
活动参与党员：
卢灵飞，李皓博，朱嗣勇，赵武，丁晨光，王魏晋，王建，张学美，候尔斌，何智威，吕建启，成小丹，杨溯，韦崇华，黄晓凤，雷喜哲，徐夏颖，戴超，范可为，兰子明，顾晓峰，俞杰辉，吴志芬，戴雪梅，赵玉莲，李涛，冯林
UK Headquarters of China Democracy Party Commemorates the 8th Anniversary of Liu Xiaobo’s Death in Front of Chinese Embassy in London
On July 13, 2025, marking the 8th anniversary of the death of Nobel Peace Prize laureate and renowned dissident Liu Xiaobo, the UK Headquarters of China Democracy Party held a protest in front of the Chinese Embassy in London. The demonstration was a tribute to Liu Xiaobo’s lifelong dedication to China’s democratic movement and a call for the immediate release of all prisoners of conscience and the advancement of constitutional democracy in China. The event was part of a global online commemorative action jointly organized by the China Democracy Front and Voice of Europe, uniting overseas Chinese communities across borders in remembrance of Liu’s legacy.
Liu Xiaobo was sentenced to 11 years in prison in 2009 by the Chinese authorities for “inciting subversion of state power” after co-authoring Charter 08, a manifesto calling for political reform in China. In 2010, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize while in prison, becoming the first Chinese citizen to receive the honor while incarcerated. He died of liver cancer on July 13, 2017, while still in custody, at the age of 61.
The protest began at 1 p.m. local time despite sweltering heat, with temperatures reaching 32°C in London. Undeterred by the scorching sun, participants stood throughout the event, maintaining solemn expressions and demonstrating unwavering discipline and political conviction. Dressed neatly and solemnly, many had their shirts soaked in sweat, but no one left the scene.
Protesters held placards bearing slogans such as “Freedom of Speech Is Not a Crime,” “Free All Political Prisoners,” and “Liu Xiaobo’s Spirit Lives On.” White ribbons, symbolizing peace and liberty, were worn by many, and candles were lit in mourning. Though flickering in the midday heat, the flames symbolized the enduring light of freedom.
Representatives of the UK Headquarters of China Democracy Party addressed the crowd, stating:
“Eight years ago, Liu Xiaobo died of liver cancer while illegally detained. The Chinese government’s denial of his right to receive medical treatment abroad was a blatant violation of basic human rights. Today, we continue his fight for democracy from overseas — this is our strongest condemnation of authoritarianism.”
The peaceful protest lasted for about an hour and drew the attention of several local residents, some of whom joined the demonstration in solidarity. Under the intense sun, volunteers held their signs firmly, the crowd standing in orderly silence — a testament to their conviction and resolve. Organizers pledged to hold annual memorials around July 13 to ensure Liu Xiaobo’s legacy is never forgotten.
At the event’s conclusion, all party members stood in a moment of silence to honor Liu Xiaobo. A hush fell over the crowd — only the sound of flickering candles and rustling flags could be heard, as if all of London paused in reflection.
Meanwhile, in Paris, UK Headquarters advisor Mr. Huang Hua announced the establishment of the “Liu Xiaobo Human Rights Award.” The award was co-founded by Liao Tianqi, Pan Yongzhong, Wang Guanru, Huang Hua, and Thomas Hao.
Submitted by: Li Haobo,
Date: July 13, 2025
Organizers: Lu Lingfei, Li Haobo, Zhu Siyong
Speakers: Lu Lingfei, Lei Xizhe, Zhao Wu, Zhu Siyong
Participants:
Lu Lingfei, Li Haobo, Zhu Siyong, Zhao Wu, Ding Chenguang, Wang Weijin, Wang Jian, Zhang Xuemei, Hou Erbin, He Zhiwei, Lü Jianqi, Cheng Xiaodan, Yang Su, Wei Chonghua, Huang Xiaofeng, Lei Xizhe, Xu Xiaying, Dai Chao, Fan Kewei, Lan Ziming, Gu Xiaofeng, Yu Jiehui, Wu Zhifen, Dai Xuemei, Zhao Yulian, Li Tao, Feng Lin
