Hong Kong political leaders and grandees pay tribute to ‘visionary’ leader Tung Chee-hwa
Hong Kong leader John Lee has joined a chorus of senior politicians and local grandees paying tribute to Tung Chee-hwa, the city’s first leader after its 1997 handover to China. In a statement published on Wednesday, Lee praised Tung for steering Hong Kong through the 1997 Asian financial crisis and helping the city overcome various […]
Hong Kong's first post-handover leader, Tung Chee-hwa, has been honored by a host of political leaders and prominent citizens. John Lee, the current chief executive, praised Tung for guiding Hong Kong through the 1997 financial crisis and fostering economic ties between the city and the mainland. Donald Tsang, Tung's successor, commended his approachable and visionary nature, as well as his resilience during crises such as SARS.
Leung Chun-ying, who served as chief executive from 2012 to 2017, remembered Tung for his trust from Beijing and his statesmanship. Carrie Lam, Tung's former director of social welfare, highlighted his role in ushering in the "One Country, Two Systems" era. Other notable Hong Kong figures, including Regina Ip, Chief Justice Andrew Cheung, and business magnate Li Ka-shing, also paid tribute to Tung, recognizing his dedication to serving Hong Kong and the nation.
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