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John Lee

(李家超)

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John Lee
李家超
John Lee Ka-chiu, a former policeman, was elected Hong Kong's chief executive in 2022.
Born
7 Dec 1957
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Politics
Job Title
Chief Executive of Hong Kong SAR
Lai Ka-ying, a 43-year-old police superintendent who holds a doctorate in computer science, is part of the Shenzhou-23 mission team set to blast off on Sunday and dock with China’s Tiangong space station. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

‘We are very proud,’ John Lee tells first Hong Kong astronaut ahead of space flight

‘Your participation in this mission shows our country’s recognition of you,’ city leader says in video call to Lai Ka-ying.

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Hong Kong’s Central Asia pivot aims to boost belt and road role, analysts say

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Exclusive | Kazakhstan to deepen financial services cooperation with Hong Kong, consul says

Hong Kong economy

John Lee to visit Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, taking largest-ever delegation overseas

Chief executive will lead a group of more than 60 businesspeople from Hong Kong and mainland China to Central Asian countries.

Chief Executive John Lee will travel to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan next month to explore and seize new business opportunities. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Editorial | Hong Kong shares its public health bona fides with global investors

For a city with a strong reputation for reinvention, focusing on medical technology is a logical step for economic growth and patient care.

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Opinion | Hong Kong officials should rethink their response to feedback

Can an administration that finds it hard to take feedback from lawmakers truly listen to the public in consultation on the city’s five-year plan?

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Hong Kong society

‘Tell good stories of Hong Kong’ amid global turmoil, John Lee urges local media

City leader speaks at Newspaper Society of Hong Kong’s annual press awards, where South China Morning Post takes home eight prizes.

SCMP publisher Tammy Tam (second from right), executive editor Zuraidah Ibrahim (back row, fourth from left) and the publication’s award-winning journalists. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong politics

Entire Hong Kong Legco to visit Beijing for first time since 1997 handover

Lawmakers have been told visit to the capital will run from July 19 to 25, SCMP has learned.

Hong Kong economy

EcoCeres plans HK$10 billion sustainable aviation fuel plants in Greater Bay Area

Sustainable aviation fuel plants backed by tycoon Peter Lee’s family office hailed by Hong Kong leader as ‘milestone’ cross-border collaboration.

Hong Kong economy

Uzbek PM Abdulla Aripov to join ‘milestone’ 200-member delegation in Hong Kong

Prime minister to meet city leader John Lee on Wednesday and join Uzbek officials and business leaders already exploring opportunities.

The official delegation is the largest to visit Hong Kong, according to the government. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Opinion | Paul Chan should welcome lawmakers’ budget scrutiny, not dismiss it

Far from being ‘alarmist’, legislators are right to raise concerns about the administration’s fiscal plans and their impact on the city’s future.

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Financial Secretary Paul Chan leaves the chamber in the Legco Building after delivering his 2026-27 budget address on February 25. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong politics

Will top Hong Kong civil servants pay price for blunders under new system?

Former ministers, senior officials and observers point to practical challenges of attributing responsibility.

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Hong Kong politics

Editorial | Public input is key in setting out Hong Kong’s first five-year plan

Different sectors should have a real chance to contribute ideas, identify bottlenecks and help define what Hong Kong could do better.

Hong Kong politics

New Hong Kong accountability system aims to improve, not blame, John Lee says

City leader says new mechanism is meant to target genuine problems or mistakes and address them through a proper system, not ‘pick on’ individuals.

Chief Executive John Lee. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong to launch public consultation on first 5-year plan this quarter

City leader John Lee urges public to weigh in as government accelerates preparations for city’s first five-year plan.

Chief Executive John Lee. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong a ‘global player’ in world rugby after record-breaking Sevens party

Record numbers show up to watch world-class action over three days, with more in store for city with September’s WXV Global Series Challenger.

Hong Kong politics

Opinion | How markets will test Hong Kong’s new economic model

Industrial policy can guide and catalyse but it cannot substitute for a genuine competitive advantage.

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Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong Housing Society aims to boost supply of subsidised sale flats

Chairman Ling Kar-kan says society will still supply more rental flats.

The Hong Kong Housing Society is the second-biggest provider of public housing. Photo: Xiaomei Chen
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Hong Kong leader John Lee, EU officials meet to discuss trade, cooperation

EU ambassador describes lunch meeting as a ‘constructive and in-depth exchange on EU-Hong Kong relations’.

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Hong Kong politics

Opinion | Hong Kong must stay watchful to protect its hard-won prosperity

During a ceremony marking National Security Education Day, leaders spoke of the need to be vigilant against various risks and challenges.

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong to slash over 10,000 civil service posts by mid-2027, minister vows

Civil service minister Ingrid Yeung says close to 60 per cent of cuts will be junior roles and about 3 per cent at senior level.

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Civil servants leave the office in Tamar during lunch hour. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

Opinion | On education equality, Hong Kong policymakers must do their homework

Authorities should think through how to promote students’ and families’ well-being in a system geared towards academic achievement.

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A school bus picks up pupils after school in Wan Chai on April 9. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s John Lee pledges to expand after-school care for low-income families

City leader says decision prompted by positive feedback from families who vouch that scheme gives them peace of mind to pursue careers.

Banking & finance

Hong Kong’s anticipated stablecoin licence by end-March does not materialise

Analysts say the delay is most likely administrative and that the overall plan is still on track.

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Hong Kong politics

Singapore to explore Northern Metropolis opportunities: Lawrence Wong

City state’s leader says relations with Hong Kong ‘more important than ever’ amid fragmenting world.

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (second left) is briefed by Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong (third left) during his visit to the Hong Kong park in the Hetao cooperation zone. Photo: Handout
Hainan

Hong Kong, Hainan can ‘forge strong partnership’, build on strengths: John Lee

Lee says the launch of Hainan’s separate customs regime presents business opportunities for Hong Kong companies.

A worker keeps an eye on the shelves of a duty-free grocery shop in Hainan province. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong economy

Singapore’s Lawrence Wong to visit Hong Kong after Boao Forum trip

Wong’s three-day visit will be his first to Hong Kong as prime minister.

Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Global Talent Summit Week affirms Hong Kong’s push for diversity, innovation

The event helps showcase the progress made on attracting talented professionals to the city as it evolves beyond its financial centre role.

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