‘In hard times, your honour shines’: Jack Ma pays tribute to Tung Chee-hwa
Alibaba Group co-founder Jack Ma reflects on his ties to Hong Kong’s first chief executive, Tung Chee-hwa. Those connections spanned both business and philanthropy, encompassing Tung’s eight years on Alibaba’s board of directors and his inspirational role in Ma’s youth entrepreneurship foundation for local youths. Ma’s reflections are part of the South China Morning Post’s special commemorative…
Alibaba co-founder Jack Ma has paid tribute to Hong Kong's first chief executive, Tung Chee-hwa, reflecting on their business and philanthropic ties. Over eight years, Tung served on Alibaba's board of directors and played a pivotal role in Ma's youth entrepreneurship foundation. Ma first met Tung when the latter was Hong Kong's chief executive, as the company expanded its operations in the city.
Tung offered invaluable guidance and support during this time, and later Ma invited him to serve as an independent director on Alibaba's board in 2014, where he remained until his passing. Tung was known for his conscientiousness, dedication, and unwavering commitment to Alibaba's core values of integrity and kindness. His global vision and pragmatic approach inspired Ma and the company, shaping its aspirations and achievements.
Tung's impact on Ma and Alibaba remains profound, as evidenced by the establishment of the Alibaba Hong Kong Young Entrepreneurs Foundation, a testament to his enduring legacy. In times of hardship, Ma's words honor Tung's memory: "In hard times, your honour shines. Standing steady for the nation and city; in hard times, your honour shines.
Sharing great responsibilities shoulder to shoulder, as a mentor and friend, your unwavering devotion will be remembered."
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