Hong Kong's first leader after British handover dies
The tenure of Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong's first leader after Britain handed over the city to China, was marked by crises and protests.
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"described him as a benevolent leader who won people over with reason."
— Leung Chun-ying , Politician
"said Tung's leadership made a historic contribution with lasting benefits."
— Carrie Lam , Politician
Key People
Carrie Lam served as the chief executive of Hong Kong from 2017 to 2022.
Chris Patten was the last British Governor of Hong Kong before its handover to China.
Jiang Zemin was a Chinese politician who served as General Secretary of the Communist Party of China and President of China.
Leung Chun-ying was the chief executive of Hong Kong from 2012 to 2017.
Tung Chee-hwa was Hong Kong's first leader under Chinese rule.
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The tenure of Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong's first leader after Britain handed over the city to China, was marked by crises and protests.
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