Explainer | How will Hong Kong leader John Lee’s 2025 policy address differ from previous ones?
Analysts say blueprint is crucial test for John Lee’s governance, as he is expected to present innovative policies to impress Beijing and incoming legislature
Public expectation is growing for how he will tackle major issues differently.
The Post looks at how political factors and economic trends will shape the policy blueprint to be announced on Wednesday.
1. Why is Lee delivering his blueprint earlier this year?
The city leader will deliver his annual policy address on September 17, about a month earlier than the traditional October schedule.
The government previously indicated that the timing was adjusted to accommodate the new term of the Legislative Council, which will be elected in December.
The earlier policy address will give current and new lawmakers more time to review and debate the initiatives outlined in the blueprint.