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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
Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen
Hong Kong politics

Why are Hong Kong think tanks facing a bleak future?

City’s once vibrant think tank scene has entered what some are calling a ‘dark winter’.

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Hong Kong

Overseas job offers may appear attractive but due diligence in order

Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong will redevelop 3 towers in Wan Chai into convention centre: city leader

Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | Pakistan minister eyes joint ventures, secondary listings in Hong Kong

Finance minister Muhammad Aurangzeb also says he wants to identify areas for closer collaboration with city.

Muhammad Aurangzeb, the Pakistani finance minister, is in Hong Kong for the Asian Financial Forum. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

Hong Kong to power growth by boosting strengths, gold trading: John Lee

City leader also says Hong Kong will enhance global ties to bring in more investment.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s leader calls on entrepreneurs to seize opportunities over border

City leader John Lee tells Shenzhen summit that opportunities are waiting for companies willing to pursue innovation and embrace change.

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Hong Kong politics

Xi’s orders for Macau serve as reference for Hong Kong, Beijing official says

Xia Baolong also calls on Hong Kong and Macau to fully unleash the benefits of the ‘one country, two systems’ governing principle.

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The president’s recent remarks on Macau also apply to Hong Kong, a senior Beijing official says. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hongkongers deserve credit for getting through a tough 2024

If John Lee had hoped to rally people to rise to the challenge of 2025 in his New Year’s address, he should have learned from Xi Jinping’s focus on people.

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Hong Kong workers/labour rights

How Hong Kong-US ties will shift when Trump returns to power in 2025

Experts say human rights will be ‘far less of a concern’ while the city’s financial services could face increased scrutiny from Washington.

Hong Kong politics

From regulating Uber to combating space oil, what Hongkongers can expect in 2025

Regulating subdivided flats, improving taxi services and banning flavoured cigarettes are also on the list of policies expected in 2025.

Authorities are expected to regulate ride-hailing services in 2025. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

‘Hong Kong will embrace change,’ John Lee says as city welcomes 2025

Chief executive says city will have to ‘acclimatise and be proactive to take on changes brought by internal and external challenges’.

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Chief Executive John Lee (left) meets revellers amid New Year celebrations. Photo: Facebook/John Lee
Hong Kong economy

Editorial | A time for reflection and an opportunity for Hong Kong to turn the page on 2024

There is much work ahead for Hong Kong and the nation in the new year but the challenges can be met with perseverance and optimism.

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Hong Kong politics

Global economy must reckon with protectionism in 2025: Hong Kong leader

Chief Executive John Lee tells financial forum that city government will lead drive to reform and innovate amid geopolitical challenges.

Hong Kong politics

National security law, minister sackings bookend big year in Hong Kong politics

City continues to deal with consequences of 2019 unrest with a UK spying case, banning of a song and jailing of activists.

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Hong Kong leader John Lee and lawmakers gather for pictures after the vote on domestic national security legislation at the Legislative Council. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong, Macau can grow China’s appeal in age of US containment

For China to break out of a US-led containment, both cities have a pivotal role in building global connections and bridging divides.

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President Xi Jinping speaks upon his arrival at Macau’s international airport in Macau on December 18, ahead of celebrations for the 25th anniversary of Macau’s return to Chinese sovereignty. Photo: Pool via Reuters
Hong Kong

Editorial | Much tougher stand on illegal Hong Kong structures must alter mindsets

Those who make serious unlawful additions to their Hong Kong homes face steeper fines and jail time under the latest proposals.

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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Macau

Editorial | Xi tells Macau it shares national development responsibility with HK

Stability and prosperity stressed as former Portuguese city marks 25th anniversary of return to China and inaugurates new leader.

President Xi Jinping and Macau Chief Executive Sam Hou-fai at the inauguration ceremony, which also celebrated Macau’s 25th anniversary as a special administrative region. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong politics

Xi’s speech tasks Macau and Hong Kong with ‘one country, two systems’ mission

Both cities should take greater advantage of governing principle and convince world of its global appeal, president says at leader’s inauguration.

Macau

Xi lays out 4 demands for Macau, Hong Kong to keep prospering – as it happened

Chinese president says Macau and Hong Kong must maintain ‘one country, two systems’ principle for long time.

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Hong Kong

Editorial | Cooperate to tackle Hong Kong money laundering

US allegations against Hong Kong are not only misguided but also counterproductive to battling a crime that recognises no borders.

Hong Kong customs officers lead away a suspect in a HK$1.6 billion money laundering case in October. Hong Kong is hard at work combating money laundering, which relies on international cooperation to be effective. Photo: Handout
Macau

Macau ‘gradually unleashing deep potential’ in push for better future: Xi

President and his wife Peng Liyuan arrive in Macau on visit to mark 25th anniversary of the city’s return to Chinese administration.

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President Xi Jinping (centre) and his wife Peng Liyuan arrive in Macau on Thursday. Photo: Eugene Lee
Macau

Hong Kong’s John Lee to lead delegation to Macau for anniversary celebrations

Gaming hub prepares for visit by President Xi Jinping, who will inaugurate Macau’s new leader Sam Hou-fai on Friday.

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Hong Kong tourism

‘Treat them nicely,’ John Lee tells Hongkongers amid rise in mainland tourists

City leader also promises smooth border crossing for mainland Chinese tourists ahead of Christmas holiday.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | The problem with Hong Kong officials’ rising salaries

We are facing bleak times, and the government has a perception problem. Will top officials take a pay cut, as previous administrations did?

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A woman walks past a real estate agency in Tai Koo featuring properties where prices have been slashed, on July 24. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong politics

Innovation, fostering unity among top tasks for Hong Kong’s John Lee: observers

Chief Executive John Lee ends duty visit to Beijing on Saturday after meeting President Xi Jinping the previous day.

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The city leader has pledged to lead Hong Kong in pursuing reforms and deepening integration with mainland China. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong’s John Lee wraps up Beijing duty visit with meeting on talent

Officials and Exco members also give backing to John Lee’s reform efforts after Xi Jinping pledges full support.

Hong Kong

Editorial | Xi puts faith in Lee to deliver on Hong Kong economic development, reform

Hong Kong chief executive on duty visit to Beijing receives praise as well as being instructed to focus on national goals and advantages under ‘one country, two systems’.

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