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  "id": 6384531,
  "title": "CE expresses sorrow over Tung Chee-hwa's passing",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/ce-expresses-sorrow-over-tung-chee-hwas-passing",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-09T04:12:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "RTHK English",
    "slug": "rthk-english",
    "url": "https://news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/component/k2/1869375-20260909.htm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chief Executive John Lee conveyed deep sorrow over the demise of Hong Kong's inaugural Chief Executive, Tung Chee-hwa, who passed away at 89. In a statement, Lee commended Tung's exemplary leadership in orchestrating Hong Kong's seamless reunification with the mainland and the successful implementation of the \"One Country, Two Systems\" policy. Lee highlighted Tung's guidance of Hong Kong through the Asian financial crisis, leading to a remarkable economic resurgence. Tung's foresight in fostering economic ties with the mainland was credited with laying a robust foundation for Hong Kong's competitive edge. The statement emphasized the monumental impact Tung had on Hong Kong's prosperity and development even after he stepped down as Chief Executive in 2005. Lee also noted Tung's pivotal role in enhancing exchanges between Hong Kong and the international community, thereby augmenting the city's global stature. Lee concluded by expressing profound grief over Tung's passing, acknowledging his lifelong and substantial contributions to Hong Kong, which would remain etched in memory forever.",
  "summary": "Chief Executive John Lee on Wednesday expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Hong Kong's first Chief Executive, Tung Chee‑hwa, who died at the age of 89. In a statement, Lee said Tung's leadership was exemplary in ensuring Hong Kong's smooth return to the motherland and implementing \"One Country, Two Systems\". Lee said during Tung's tenure, he steered Hong Kong through the Asian financial…",
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        "title": "CE expresses sorrow over Tung Chee-hwa's passing",
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        "published": "2026-09-09T04:12:22.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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