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A photo of Hong Kong’s first chief executive Tung Chee-hwa is displayed at Hong Kong Funeral Home in North Point on September 19. Photo: Kit Lai
Tung Chee-hwa

Editorial | Tung’s legacy helps lay foundations for better tomorrows

Hong Kong’s first chief executive will be remembered for his commitment to the ‘one country, two systems’ principle and for ideas that have proved to be visionary.

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‘His love for Hong Kong was profound’: Tung Chee-hwa honoured at state funeral

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Video | Tung Chee-hwa honoured with state funeral

United States

US Congress investigates diversion of sensitive F-35 parts to Hong Kong: report

Jet’s canopy among components missing, sparking fears of potential reverse engineering, as city’s authorities decline to comment.

A pilot prepares an F-35A Lightning II aircraft at Andersen Air Force Base in Guam. Photo: AFP
The Pentagon in Washington. The Pentagon has said it is working with US authorities and industry partners “to retrieve these components, investigate the incident and place safeguards to avoid a future occurrence”. Photo: AFP
John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong’s first 5-year plan to give firms more long-term certainty: Paul Chan

Finance chief says blueprint’s targets and timelines will help businesses align investment decisions with government goals.

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Tung Chee-hwa

Xi sends condolences as Hong Kong holds state funeral for Tung Chee-hwa

President Xi Jinping and other top Chinese officials, including Premier Li Qiang, pay tribute after funeral attended by 200 members of city’s establishment and family.

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Tung Chee-hwa

Hong Kong’s political, business elite pay final respects to Tung Chee-hwa

Beijing leaders send wreaths ahead of former chief executive’s state funeral as residents stream into community centres to sign condolence books.

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A portrait of Tung Chee-hwa is displayed in the funeral hall. Photo: Kit Lai
Wreaths from Tung Chee-hwa’s widow, Betty, and their three children are placed in front of the altar. Photo: Handout
Chief Executive John Lee (left) leaves the funeral parlour. Photo: Kit Lai
Former chief executive Leung Chun-ying (centre) arrives at the funeral hall. Photo: Kit Lai
Former leaders Carrie Lam (left) and Donald Tsang (right) also attended. Photo: Kit Lai
Tung Chee-hwa

Top Hong Kong officials, business leaders mourn Tung Chee-hwa – as it happened

Vigil at Hong Kong Funeral Home in North Point attended by city’s top leaders, with state funeral to be held on Sunday.

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John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong leader says firms must strive to survive despite government support

Chief Executive John Lee defends policy address, saying government aid can help but businesses must also adapt in competitive market.

Tung Chee-hwa

Patriot dedicated to Hong Kong: business heavyweights remember Tung Chee-hwa

The South China Morning Post shares reflections from people who knew Hong Kong’s first chief executive.

Tung Chee-hwa was the first chief executive of Hong Kong. Photo: C.Y. Yu
Tung Chee-hwa

Friend, leader, mentor: how political veterans remember Tung Chee-hwa

Figures from Hong Kong and beyond reflect on Tung as a friend, city leader and elder statesman.

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Tung Chee-hwa was a shipping tycoon who went on to become Hong Kong’s first chief executive. Photo: Ricky Chung
Tung Chee-hwa

‘In hard times, your honour shines’: Jack Ma pays tribute to Tung Chee-hwa

Alibaba Group co-founder looks back on his ties to Hong Kong’s first chief executive, spanning business and philanthropy.

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A man who built bridges over walls: SCMP’s Tammy Tam on Tung Chee-hwa

SCMP publisher recalls Tung as ‘humble and unpretentious personality’ who helped foster ties between China and the United States.

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Hongkongers pay tribute to late leader Tung Chee-hwa at community halls

Residents lay flowers and leave messages in condolence books ahead of vigil on Saturday and state funeral on Sunday.

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Residents mourn Tung Chee-hwa at Moreton Terrace Activities Centre in Causeway Bay. Photo: Edmond So
John Lee policy address 2026

The story begins …

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu’s final policy address for his current term lays out five major development opportunities and 25 key livelihood measures, from targets for Northern Metropolis to family friendly policies.

John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong’s new chapter

The city’s first five-year plan includes 22 key performance indicators tied to the local economy, innovation and residents’ living standards.

John Lee policy address 2026

The story begins …

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu’s final policy address for his current term lays out five major development opportunities and 25 key livelihood measures, from targets for Northern Metropolis to family friendly policies.

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John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong’s new chapter

The city’s first five-year plan includes 22 key performance indicators tied to the local economy, innovation and residents’ living standards.

SCMP Exclusives

Exclusive | Blanket of security planned for state funeral of Tung Chee-hwa in Hong Kong

Beijing officials Shi Taifeng, Wang Dongfeng and Xia Baolong to arrive on Saturday, but memorial service will be invitation-only, sources say.

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Jimmy Lai trial

Hong Kong hits out at US panel over Jimmy Lai hearing and sanctions bill

Government says US Congressional-Executive Commission on China is trying to ‘intimidate’ officials with sanctions.

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Education in Hong Kong

Self-funded campuses favoured in Hong Kong’s new university towns

Education chief Christine Choi says institutions may seek government loans to build campuses, but those that do not will be given priority.

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The first university town will be developed in Hung Shui Kiu. Photo: Karma Lo
John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong’s John Lee vows to review IVF support for women over 40

City leader says he will examine current policies but acknowledges no single measure can reverse Hong Kong’s declining birth rate.

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John Lee says the government will review current fertility policies. Photo: Karma Lo
John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong’s 5-year plan, policy continuity offer investor stability, experts say

Explicit directions set by John Lee seen as ensuring persistence in policies even if there are changes in government leadership.

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John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong’s HK$30,000 bonus for second child among 11 new measures to boost births

‘The current-term government has shifted from a non-interventionist approach to actively promoting fertility,’ city leader John Lee says.

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John Lee policy address 2026

14 key takeaways from John Lee’s policy address, Hong Kong’s first 5-year plan

Chief executive lays out how the five-year plan will align the city more closely with the national development blueprint.

Chief Executive John Lee leaves the Legislative Council chamber after delivering Hong Kong’s first five-year plan and the annual policy address. Photo: Dickson Lee
John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong’s first five-year plan seeks to boost innovation

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu unveiled measures to raise technology investments in Hong Kong, along with steps to improve living standards.

Photo: Karma Lo
Tung Chee-hwa

Top Chinese official leads 87-member committee for Tung Chee-hwa state funeral

Shi Taifeng, Politburo member and No 1 vice-chairman of CPPCC, is funeral committee head, with vigil on Saturday and public memorial service on Sunday.

John Lee policy address 2026

Hong Kong’s first 5-year plan to set goals, not alter economic system: John Lee

‘I want to make it very clear: the five-year plan is not a planned economy,’ city leader stresses ahead of blueprint’s unveiling.

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