Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor (centre) speaks at a press briefing on March 23, announcing new measures to help Hong Kong contain the spread of the coronavirus. Photo: Robert Ng
Opinion
Opinion
As Hong Kong fights to contain the coronavirus, Carrie Lam must not distance herself from her public
- Hong Kong’s leader has chosen to let public health experts take centre stage instead of speaking directly to the people. This leaves restless and frustrated Hongkongers feeling like they have no choice but to fend for themselves
Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor (centre) speaks at a press briefing on March 23, announcing new measures to help Hong Kong contain the spread of the coronavirus. Photo: Robert Ng