Best of the Best: Quotes from the Most Prominent People in Hong Kong

Over the past quarter of a century, we’ve talked to many of the coolest, most influential and occasionally most provocative people in Hong Kong. These are just a few of the best quotes from our always compelling interviews.

“I feel that I am doing my bit to protect the home that we all love.”
Anson Chan, former Chief Secretary

“Oh, there are so many things China needs to work on. Too many.”
Liza “Big Sister” Wang, actress and Chairman of the Chinese Artists Association of Hong Kong

“I like shooting [photos] at night because personalities change then. A banker in the morning can be a drunk asshole in LKF when the sun goes down.”
Xyza Cruz Bacani, photographer and domestic helper

“If I could have a heart-to-heart with my parents, I would say that I want to feel loved. Not just be loved, but feel loved. There’s a difference.” 
Leung Chai-yan, daughter of Chief Executive Leung Chun-ying

“If you think it is worth it to speak up, and you believe you can make a change, then go for it.”
Gregory Wong, actor

“We do what we can to fix what’s missing in society, like fixing holes in a wok.”
“Ming Gor” Chan Cheuk-ming, restaurant owner and philanthropist