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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
Industry
Politics
Job Title
Chief Executive of Hong Kong SAR
A worker keeps an eye on the shelves of a duty-free grocery shop in Hainan province. Photo: Xinhua
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.

Hong Kong economy

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

Hong Kong economy

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

Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Public hearing outlines 6 key failures behind Tai Po fire – as it happened

Lead barrister Victor Dawes says messages show substandard scaffolding mesh was used by contractors, while a cigarette ‘most likely’ caused the blaze.

Video evidence at the public hearing show that one of the buildings at Wang Fuk Court became engulfed in less than two minutes. Photo: Sam Tsang
Education in Hong Kong

What brought John Lee’s alma mater to the brink of closure?

Hong Kong’s leader graduated from Five Districts Business Welfare Association School in 1970.

Hong Kong economy

Northern Metropolis land-use laws won’t undermine board’s authority: experts

Compressing procedures to two months will break traditional development ‘shackles’, lawmaker argues.

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Hong Kong economy

Measures to streamline Northern Metropolis land-use procedures unveiled

Proposed Development Bureau legislation aims to cut process from nine months to just two and remove bottlenecks.

Lok Ma Chau is one of the areas covered by the megaproject. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong to press ahead with expanding Middle East ties despite regional unrest

Chief Executive John Lee vows to keep pursuing business opportunities in the region, hailing Hong Kong as an ‘irreplaceable’ investment gateway.

Hong Kong stock market

First HKIC bet SmartMore seeks Hong Kong IPO amid booming tech pipeline

Unicorn’s AI platforms power firms from Tesla to Apple suppliers, highlighting the government fund’s role in the city’s tech investment push.

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong government will work with Legco to craft 5-year plan, John Lee says

City leader says collaborative mechanism will reflect executive-led governance model, with blueprint to be released by end of the year after public consultation.

An aerial view of Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis, near the border with mainland China. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong politics

Opinion | Mainland-style oversight system could help Legco to deliver

Hong Kong’s executive-led governance system may just need a different type of oversight where the legislature can perform well.

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Legislative Council president Starry Lee chairs the first meeting of the eighth legislature in Admiralty on January 14. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong’s Tai Po fire tragedy

Over 300 Wang Fuk Court homeowners to petition Hong Kong’s John Lee for meeting

Owners demand face-to-face session to address concerns over remaining renovation funds, outstanding fees and building safety.

Fashion

In their words: Douglas Young, founder of Hong Kong lifestyle brand G.O.D

The creative entrepreneur often adds a humorous slant to his homeware and apparel, and cites local icons from Bruce Lee and Labubu to Cathay Pacific and Chow Tai Fook as inspirations.

China economy

Editorial | China’s ‘two sessions’ passes smoothly despite global turmoil

As long as China focuses on economic development, Hong Kong can leverage its unique strengths to seize opportunities.

Delegates chat after the second plenary meeting of the Fourth Session of the 14th National People’s Congress in Beijing on March 9. Photo: EPA
Hong Kong politics

Opinion | Hong Kong must keep pace with China’s development push

In the run-up to and during China’s ‘two sessions’, Beijing leaders have made it clear to the Hong Kong government that it must improve its governance and efficiency.

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Pedestrians cross a busy intersection in Hong Kong’s Central district on February 25. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong must ensure motherhood no longer derails women’s careers: advocates

‘Tokenism is the challenge that we need to address to ensure women have a fair share of decision-making and leadership in companies,’ an advocate says.

Two Sessions 2026

Chinese vice-premier stresses shared duty in Hong Kong’s executive-led governance

Ding Xuexiang calls the executive-led model vital for aligning the city with China’s five-year plan and national integration.

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Hong Kong politics

Beijing tasks Hong Kong with enhancing role as an international finance centre

City priorities in 15th five-year plan draft include development of a commodity trading ecosystem and deepening cross-border connections of financial markets.

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The Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

Beijing to roll out more measures for Hong Kong as John Lee praised for work

Central government will also make further arrangements in 15th five-year plan to support Hong Kong, National People’s Congress spokesman says.

Hong Kong politics

Focus on development and cherish stability, Xia Baolong urges Hong Kong

Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office director meets local delegates ahead of annual political gatherings in capital.

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Hong Kong stock market

The big cornerstone comeback: what’s driving investors back to Hong Kong IPOs?

After four subdued years, the cornerstone investors that anchor Hong Kong’s IPO market are returning in force, reshaping the deal landscape.

Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen
Hong Kong courts

Opinion | A speedy pardon in the Jimmy Lai case is unlikely

Foreign governments campaigning for the former media boss’ release should thoroughly look into the nuances of the case as the legal process plays out.

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Correctional Services Department vehicles leave the West Kowloon Court after former media tycoon Jimmy Lai was sentenced to 20 years in prison for violating the national security law, on February 9. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Hong Kong budget 2026-27: what’s holding back the city’s tech and talent schemes?

Finance chief’s blueprint seen as gauge for officials’ ‘reform mindset’ following Beijing’s 15th five-year plan recommendations.

Hong Kong racing

Editorial | Record post-Covid horse race attendance kicks off an auspicious year

The ‘fantastic’ atmosphere at the ‘Year of the Horse’ race meeting captured the spirit of an agile city undergoing a sound recovery.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year fireworks dazzle as visitor numbers gallop ahead

City leader John Lee vows to carry out reforms at full speed, says to public ‘let’s march forward bravely and confidently together’ in new year.

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Spectators get a prime view of the fireworks from the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Mainland China

‘Move with agility, steadiness’ in Year of the Horse, John Lee tells Hongkongers

In his Lunar New Year message, city leader describes the horse as an animal that ‘boldly charges ahead’, a symbol of ‘speed and stamina’.

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City leader John Lee and his wife, Janet Lee, lead a horse on a stroll in their Lunar New Year video message. Photo: ISD
Hong Kong politics

Ports row prompts Hong Kong investors to reassess stakes in Panama: John Lee

City leader also says Hong Kong government fully supports Beijing’s intention to safeguard rights of Chinese enterprises.

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Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Hong Kong’s move to craft a 5-year plan marks a paradigm shift

The government’s laissez-faire ethos has become less suited to the increasingly complex economic and geopolitical environment.

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