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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

last updated:

7 October, 2024

The Hong Kong government has said the decision will damage American business interests, citing the about US$270 billion trade surplus the country had enjoyed with the city over the past decade. Photo: Edmond So

Hong Kong politics

Sanctions extension will hurt US business interests, Hong Kong warns Washington

City government slams US President Joe Biden’s signing of bill extending sanctions under 2019 Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | The problem with Hong Kong officials’ rising salaries

16 Dec 2024 - 10:18AMvideocam

Hong Kong politics

Explainer | US threatens sanctions: what Hong Kong can expect after the jailing of 45 activists

21 Nov 2024 - 6:05AMvideocam

Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong 47: sentencing hearing for 45 activists set for November 19

Forty-five opposition activists in landmark national security case to learn fate next month.

25 Oct 2024 - 1:01AM

The landmark national security trial lasted for 118 days. Photo: Sam Tsang

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong’s Carrie Lam asked to move from expensive office when lease ends in 2025

Criticism over her annual rent of HK$5.67 million emerged after government revealed the cost borne by taxpayers to fund her office.

6 Oct 2024 - 12:15AM

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong’s Carrie Lam slams ‘hegemonic’ US bill targeting trade offices

Speaking at seminar held by Chinese University’s Shenzhen campus, former leader also urges public administrators to ramp up capabilities.

13 Sep 2024 - 6:14PM

Diplomacy

Opinion | How Hong Kong can help overturn narrative of China turning inwards

With its world-class biotech research and unique East-meets-West culture, Hong Kong could facilitate cooperation between China and the rest of the world.

4 Aug 2024 - 4:27PMvideocam

Elderly people rest in the park in Hong Kong’s Cheung Sha Wan district in August last year. Hong Kong could develop its health industry and help address common concerns such as population ageing. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hong Kong society

Ex-Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam makes surprise visit to food carnival

Former chief executive visits ‘Hometown Market’ at Victoria Park in Causeway Bay, tours several stalls and watches martial arts performance.

3 Jun 2024 - 6:55AM

Hong Kong environmental issues

‘Past administration to blame for lack of food bins needed in Hong Kong waste plan’

Secretary for Environment and Ecology Tse Chin-wan says current administration had to ‘start from scratch’ with rolling out food-waste collection bins.

1 Jun 2024 - 5:56PM

Hong Kong environmental issues

Letters | This time, Hong Kong must resist pressure to delay waste charging

Readers discuss how Hong Kong can avoid another delay by making a few tweaks, why city need not chase after foreign pop stars, and the perks enjoyed by former leader Carrie Lam.

24 May 2024 - 11:30AM

Designated garbage bags must be used when Hong Kong’s waste charging scheme starts in August. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hong Kong politics

Office politics: is HK$9 million too much for ex-Hong Kong leader’s plush space?

Lawmakers have questioned rising expenses of ex-leaders amid lack of clarity over roles after leaving office.

17 May 2024 - 8:56AM

Hong Kong-UK spying row

UK spying case puts Hong Kong trade offices in London, elsewhere in cross hairs

Hong Kong trade office in London was where former city leader Carrie Lam and ex-finance chief John Tsang nurtured their budding government careers.

15 May 2024 - 8:30AMvideocam

Hong Kong transport

Shenzhen authorities consider new Luohu co-location checkpoint with Hong Kong

Official says the plan is to build a control point in Luohu, with co-location arrangements adopted.

12 May 2024 - 11:08PMvideocam

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong leader John Lee says no need for law targeting fake news

Lee says some media practitioners and outlets are already ‘refuting or correcting’ misinformation.

23 Apr 2024 - 7:14PM

The idea to legislate against fake news and misinformation was first mooted by then-city leader Carrie Lam in 2021. Photo: Shutterstock

Hong Kong racing

Letters | Hong Kong Jockey Club could get off its high horse with fractional ownership

Readers discuss how to revive interest in horse racing, reasons for the rising divorce rate, and an office fit for a former leader.

23 Apr 2024 - 11:30AM

A horse race at Sha Tin on April 20. The fractional horse ownership or investment model has been in robust operation in Japan, Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States, and could be considered for Hong Kong. Photo: Kenneth Chan.

Hong Kong transport

Letters | Hong Kong lawmakers’ demands on MTR are a bridge too far

Readers discuss criticism of the rail operator, and concerns over a former leader’s expenditure.

20 Apr 2024 - 11:30AM

Hong Kong politics

Editorial | Spending by former Hong Kong leaders begs scrutiny

As Hong Kong taxpayers are left with ballooning bills for offices, ex-chief executives must be reminded to act conscientiously and responsibly with money.

18 Apr 2024 - 6:15AM

Hong Kong society

Ex-Hong Kong leader Lam needs office with HK$9 million budget ‘to match status’

No suitable government premises available when Lam finished her term as leader, Director of Administration Millie Ng tells lawmakers.

16 Apr 2024 - 8:52PM

Carrie Lam’s five-year term as chief executive ended in 2022. Photo: Robert Ng

Hong Kong politics

Annual operating costs for offices of ex-Hong Kong leaders reach HK$21 million

Revised estimate of recurrent expenditure for Carrie Lam’s office at Pacific Place in Admiralty was around HK$9.17 million, director of administration says.

16 Apr 2024 - 10:09AM

Hong Kong housing

Opinion | Hong Kong must enforce safety rules before more buildings go up in flames

Latest fire at New Lucky House broke out after building owners were allowed to ignore safety orders for 16 years. Inspections and advisory letters are not enough. There must be real enforcement

15 Apr 2024 - 6:30AMvideocam

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Pilot cross-border hospital transfer scheme extended to non-Hongkonger patients

New cross-border ambulance transfer service pilot scheme to include non-Hongkonger patients from mainland China and Macau.

10 Apr 2024 - 7:48PM

Mainland Chinese ambulances will transfer patients from across the border and Macau, as well as Hongkongers, to the financial hub for treatment. Photo: Shutterstock

Hong Kong politics

Opinion | Article 23: after the victory lap, what’s next for Hong Kong?

In passing Hong Kong’s domestic national security law, John Lee has pulled off a historic feat which none of his predecessors were able to accomplish. But, much explanation and clarification are needed to assuage concerns. Now, the campaign to tell the real story about the legislation begins.

24 Mar 2024 - 9:30AM

Hong Kong’s Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu applauds with lawmakers following the passing of the Article 23 national security legislation at the Legislative Council in Hong Kong on March 19. Photo: AP

Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong 47: court hears closing submissions over subversion allegations

Hong Kong 47: Prosecution tells court ‘unlawful means’ do not require an element of violence to put country’s safety at risk.

29 Nov 2023 - 8:41PM

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong officials laud city’s first Chinese chief justice at private memorial

Chief Executive John Lee, former leaders Carrie Lam and Donald Tsang among those attending private memorial for Ti-liang Yang, who died earlier this year at age 93.

14 Oct 2023 - 10:23PM

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong leader says he will look at public’s ideas on ways to boost birth rate

Chief Executive John Lee tells consultation session on his second policy address he will look at suggestions to boost birth rate; tourism and talent acquisition also priorities.

20 Aug 2023 - 8:54PMvideocam

Chief Executive John Lee promises to look at public suggestions to bump up the city’s low birth rate. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hong Kong society

‘Hong Kong should copy Macau for quicker border clearance with simple check’

Legislators point to automated model which cuts out second identity card check regularly required at crossings with mainland China.

27 Jul 2023 - 1:59AM

The Security Bureau has said it would use the automated model adopted by Macau in the rebuilt Huanggang port when it reopened in 2025. Photo: Jess Ma

Hong Kong housing

Third Hong Kong government adviser calls for U-turn over housing plan on golf course

Executive Council member Ronny Tong joins convenor Regina Ip and fellow Jeffrey Lam in urging city to reconsider building flats on section of Fanling golf course.

13 Jul 2023 - 11:08PM

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong heroes who tried to save double knife murder victims on honours list

Hero chef who tackled knife-wielding Plaza Hollywood double killer with two stools awarded the Bronze Medal for Bravery.

1 Jul 2023 - 9:08AM

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