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City leader’s assurance follows call from Xia Baolong, Beijing’s point man on Hong Kong affairs, for the business sector to support growth.

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Hong Kong to seek ‘win-win’ trade ties with US after Trump’s victory: John Lee

But chief executive says city will adopt bottom-line approach to protect legitimate rights and interests of Hong Kong businesses.

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Chief Executive John Lee has said Hong Kong will seek “win-win” trade ties with the US after Donald Trump’s victory. Photo: May Tse

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Hong Kong ramps up efforts to boost status as legal hub with launch of academy

City’s new academy will work with global organisations, strengthening exchanges in regions under the Belt and Road Initiative, John Lee says.

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Hong Kong leader vows to attract Shanghai business as he heads to prominent expo

Chief Executive John Lee leads delegation of ministers to China International Import Expo in Shanghai.

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The government’s messaging problem and hub obsession stem from misplaced priorities.

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Hong Kong talent urge clearer visa extension rules, more job-matching services

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Ex-Hong Kong leader crosses swords with John Lee again over land supply

Former leader Leung Chun-ying questions wisdom of current administration’s strategy of continuously creating land supply so as to control market.

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With national security laws in place, the city can focus on other areas, from strengthening the judiciary to cross-border litigation.

Hong Kong’s goal of retaining 50,000 talent scheme visa holders is ‘extremely low’

Legislator Jesse Shang Hailong also says the low bar may send the wrong message that the city has limited opportunities.

US to ‘reap what it sows’ with ban on China tech investment: Hong Kong’s John Lee

City leader warns rules targeting investment in semiconductors, quantum technologies, AI to hurt both free markets and US’s own interests.

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Hong Kong minister says goal to retain only 50,000 talent a year will be met

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John Lee
John Lee Ka-chiu, a former policeman, was elected Hong Kong's chief executive in 2022.
Born
7 Dec 1957
Industry
Politics
Job Title
Chief Executive of Hong Kong SAR
last updated:
5 November, 2024
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