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Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor

Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor
Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor
Latest news and updates on Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor, who took office as chief executive of Hong Kong on July 1, 2017, covering her speeches, announcements and annual policy address, the measures she introduced to combat the coronavirus and her handling of the Hong Kong protests.
Born
13 May 1957
Industry
Politics
Job Title
Former Chief Executive of Hong Kong SAR
Tang Lung-wai was sent back to the Muntinlupa prison after severe weather in the Philippines halted his deportation following his release. Photo: EPA-EFE
Crime in Hong Kong

Freed Hongkonger sent back to jail as storm delays deportation from Philippines

Lawyer says Tang Lung-wai’s return to maximum-security prison constitutes ‘illegal detention’ after severe weather halts deportation.

Crime in Hong Kong

Family seeks help after Hongkonger held in Philippines despite finishing jail time

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US-China relations

US Democrats rebuke Trump for easing sanctions on Beijing, Hong Kong officials

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Hong Kong sports

On This Day | Windsurfer wins Hong Kong’s first Olympic gold in 1996 – SCMP archive

On this day 30 years ago, Hong Kong won its first Olympic gold. It would take almost exactly 25 years to win another one.

Lee Lai-shan raises her fist in triumph after winning a gold medal in the Olympic women’s windsurfing competition on July 29, 1996. Photo: David Wong
Hong Kong national security law

US sanctions on 39 Hong Kong, mainland officials to remain in place: Marco Rubio

President Donald Trump allowed emergency declaration to expire because ‘circumstances had changed’, US secretary of state says.

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Hong Kong national security law

Is the end of US sanctions on some Hong Kong officials an olive branch?

Under original executive order, US imposed six rounds of sanctions targeting 48 Hong Kong and mainland Chinese officials from 2020 to 2025.

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Hong Kong society

Editorial | MTR station near Science Park will serve city’s ‘superconnector’ goals

First floated in 2021, the project is part of Hong Kong’s innovation hub ambitions, and in its revised form will not affect the government’s 10-year housing target.

The land adjacent to the CUHK’s Lo Kwee-Seong Integrated Biomedical Sciences Building, where the construction of the Pak Shek Kok station on the East Rail Line is proposed, July 9. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong economy

Lantau reclamation plans should be revived, property tycoon Gordon Wu says

Lack of urban land will hold back city’s development as population grows, Hopewell Holdings chairman argues.

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Hong Kong politics

Japan’s consulate in Hong Kong marks emperor’s birthday, but city officials absent

Envoy remarks on absence of traditional ‘guest of honour’ from city government, amid tensions between Tokyo and Beijing.

Hong Kong politics

‘Outcomes, not output’: Exco held 25% fewer meetings over John Lee’s tenure so far

Figures show advisory body convened 119 meetings and discussed 602 items over first 3½ years of Chief Executive John Lee’s tenure.

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The Executive Council’s purpose is to assist the chief executive in policymaking. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong toy tycoon Lam Leung-tim, creator of iconic rubber duck, dead at 105

Lam’s family reveals he died on November 10, announces that memorial ceremony will be held on Monday in his ancestral hometown of Foshan.

Hong Kong toy tycoon Lam Leung-tim with his iconic rubber ducks in 2017. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong economy

Geely drone subsidiary Aerofugia eyes Hong Kong market for AE200 flying car

Traffic congestion, high-density urban core and scattered islands are advantages positioning city as a prime hub for nascent low-altitude economy.

John Lee policy address 2025

What are some key policies by Hong Kong’s leaders that have changed the city?

As John Lee prepares to deliver his fourth policy blueprint on Wednesday, the Post looks at the legacy of city leaders over the past 28 years.

Banking & finance

Hong Kong’s crop of green bonds, ESG funds flourishes

City’s role as a bridge connecting mainland projects with the world ‘not easily found in other markets’, financial-services secretary says.

A photo taken on July 3, 2025, shows wind turbines on Meihua Mountain in Liupanshui, in southwest China’s Guizhou Province. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong must hone ‘geopolitical instincts’ amid China-US rivalry: Kishore

Former Singapore diplomat also urges West to cede ground to emerging powers in international organisations as multipolar world takes shape.

Kishore Mahbubani, Singapore’s permanent representative to the United Nations. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

Alumni, politicians gather for Hong Kong vigil of ‘Father of Shue Yan’ Henry Hu

‘I would regret it for the rest of my life if I didn’t return for this occasion,’ says retired professor who was among Shue Yan’s first journalism students.

Hong Kong water procurement scandal

Opinion | Water scandal another blow to public trust in Hong Kong government

While it is easy to blame systemic failures, these systems were created by people who must be held accountable.

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Architecture and design

Architect Rocco Yim designed some of Hong Kong’s most iconic structures

Once doubtful this city had architectural lessons to offer, Yim now reflects on his own projects that have shaped Hong Kong’s skyline.

Architect Rocco Yim Sen-kee is responsible for some of Hong Kong’s most iconic spaces. Photo: Jocelyn Tam
Hong Kong housing

On This Day | Safety scare over Hong Kong public housing water in 2015 – from SCMP archive

On this day 10 years ago, lead levels in tap water at Kai Ching Estate sparked fears about safety of supplies in Hong Kong’s public housing.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong and Singapore: rivals and partners learning from each other

Small and externally oriented economies, both cities face common challenges and must make common cause, while repositioning and reinventing themselves.

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Hong Kong politics

China’s No 4 official joins in mourning death of Hong Kong tycoon Charles Ho

Wang Huning , who oversees the CPPCC, and Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang among those who send wreaths to wake for tobacco and media tycoon.

Xinhua called Charles Ho a patriotic businessman and “an intimate friend” of the Communist Party of China in an article published on Saturday night. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong village church members wonder where next after relocation order

‘I have lived here for most of my life. I do not know how to read or write. I do not go to other places except the church and the elderly centre,’ one says.

Established in 1963, the church has served as a community centre and meeting place for residents. Photo: Eugene Lee
Crime in Hong Kong

10 arrested in Hong Kong in bribery case centred on CK Asset housing project

ICAC alleges that subcontractors offered site supervisors perks in exchange for lax oversight of steel rebar work on Anderson Road project.

Hong Kong budget 2025-26

Opinion | Not too late to correct Carrie Lam’s mistake with HK$2 fare subsidy

Policy errors made by previous leaders need to be acknowledged, so the city can course-correct and achieve savings immediately.

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Hong Kong budget 2025-26

Opinion | Hong Kong civil service needs to be hauled into the 21st century

The financial secretary is heeding calls to downsize and cut costs, but should go further by embracing AI more quickly.

Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan speaks during a press conference after presenting the budget for 2025-26 on February 26. Photo: EPA-EFE
Hong Kong politics

Editorial | Stronger oversight of Hong Kong’s unions can help them to boost development

Changes to Hong Kong law are set to tighten scrutiny of groups that should not only be protecting members but also providing the public with quality services.

Taxis queue up to pick up passengers to the city at the taxi stop of Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong transport

Monthly cap on Hong Kong’s HK$2 fare scheme unfair to elderly, experts say

Professor Nelson Chow also suggests reconsidering plan as projected savings will account for ‘tiny percentage’ of deficit.

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Hong Kong economy

Why are Hong Kong government buildings slated for demolition filling up again?

Is allowing temporary occupants a good way to use available premises? Some say it just points to poor planning.

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