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Donald Tsang Yam-kuen served Hong Kong as chief executive from 2005 to 2012.
Born
7 Oct 1944
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Former Chief Executive of Hong Kong SAR
Ex-city leader Donald Tsang (right) at the memorial service for Gregory So. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong political leaders pay tribute to late ex-commerce minister Gregory So

Political heavyweights, including former city leaders Donald Tsang and Leung Chun-ying, attend memorial service for So, who died on December 13.

John Lee policy address 2025

What are some key policies by Hong Kong’s leaders that have changed the city?

Education in Hong Kong

Alumni, politicians gather for Hong Kong vigil of ‘Father of Shue Yan’ Henry Hu

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Will Hong Kong government’s more hands-on approach to development pay off?

As a number of economic initiatives mark significant anniversaries, it is worth looking back on the development strategy of a previous era.

The San Tin Technopole, which is part of the Hong Kong government’s Northern Metropolis project, on February 27. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong politics

China’s No 4 official joins in mourning death of Hong Kong tycoon Charles Ho

Wang Huning , who oversees the CPPCC, and Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang among those who send wreaths to wake for tobacco and media tycoon.

Hong Kong politics

On This Day | Donald Tsang becomes Hong Kong’s second chief executive in 2005 – SCMP archive

On this day 20 years ago, Donald Tsang Yam-kuen succeeded Tung Chee-hwa as Hong Kong’s leader, a post he held until 2012.

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Hong Kong budget 2025-26

Opinion | Not too late to correct Carrie Lam’s mistake with HK$2 fare subsidy

Policy errors made by previous leaders need to be acknowledged, so the city can course-correct and achieve savings immediately.

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A sticker advertising the HK$2 fare scheme for the elderly and disabled is shown on a minibus on February 21. The plan implemented in 2012 was imaginative and socially significant, but the 2022 expansion of the scheme was a mistake. Photo: Elson Li
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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Mergers & Acquisitions

Synagistics set for Hong Kong listing through SPAC backed by former HKMA head

The deal values Singapore-based Synagistics, which provides digital commerce services, at HK$3.5 billion (US$448 million), according to an exchange filing.

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.

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Former Hong Kong chief executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor is the city’s only ex-leader with an office at prime commercial premises. Photo: Dickson Lee
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.

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Carrie Lam served a five-year term as chief executive. Photo: May Tse
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.

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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.

Hong Kong

Editorial | Latest figures cannot hide need for better Hong Kong population strategy

With city’s birth rate hitting a new low and emigration continuing, a more holistic policy is called for despite an uptick in numbers.

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A throng of travelers at the Tsim Sha Tsui Ferry pier. Hong Kong’s population rose by 152,000, or 2.1 per cent, to 7,498,100 over the past year, according to the city’s Census and Statistics Department. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong housing

Opinion | Why can’t Hongkongers resist illegal home improvements?

The phenomenon claims everyone from government officials to New Territories villagers. While keeping safety paramount, it may be time to update building regulations to offer room for creativity.

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Director of Buildings Clarice Yu Po-mei meets the media at the Buildings Department headquarters in Yau Ma Tei to discuss investigations into the partial removal of a structural wall in a flat at The Capitol, Lohas Park, in Tseung Kwan O, on May 30. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

Commuter spending under Hong Kong elderly transport scheme will be examined: John Lee

Chief Executive John Lee says he understands the concerns over scheme, but stopped short of confirming if review is needed.

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Hong Kong politics

Opinion | Hong Kong government has failed to tell story of new district councils well

The administration should have shut down ‘district councils’ altogether, given that its proposal to overhaul them will face little resistance in the Legislative Council. As it is, the government’s failure to rename and rebrand the district-level bodies has led to the criticism that the overhaul is a ‘regression’.

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Hong Kong housing

Opinion | On housing, John Lee mustn’t make the same mistake as past leaders

After the Asian financial crisis, a group of professionals tried to warn the government against a damaging standstill in land development, but the advice fell on deaf ears. Hong Kong continues to face mountain-like obstacles to land development, and would benefit from a more participatory approach to governance.

A man climbs steps near a residential area in Hong Kong on October 19. Photo: AP
IPO

Former HKMA chief Norman Chan’s SPAC completes US$127 million IPO

HK Acquisition Corp’s IPO as the city’s third special purpose acquisition company is fully subscribed and slated for listing in mid August, sources say.

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Carrie Lam

Hong Kong lawmakers demand explanation over Lam’s new HK$8.7 million office

Including renovation fees, Lam’s new work space will cost taxpayers at least HK$22.3 million in next three years.

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HK CE election 2022

Police to mobilise as many as 7,000 officers for Hong Kong leadership election

Nearly 3,000 officers will be deployed on Hong Kong Island, mostly to guard the election venue in Wan Chai, according to a source.

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Police will be out in force on Sunday. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong politics

Editorial | John Lee has to prove he can win the hearts and minds of Hong Kong’s people

Beijing’s choice for next Hong Kong leader has many challenges ahead, from winning the support of the Election Committee and public to restoring business confidence and rebuilding the city.

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John Lee Ka-chiu needs to win support from a broader spectrum of society and reflect confidence in Hong Kong as an international finance centre. Photo: Felix Wong
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong’s Bauhinia think tank to close down after 16 years

Analysts say exit underscores limited room for think tanks to develop in a city where policymaking has been dominated by officials.

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Carrie Lam

Beijing will punish corruption, Carrie Lam says in dismissing anti-bribery pledge

Legislation that constrains chief executive goes ‘against our political system’, city leader tells radio audience, but central government will ‘definitely see’ any acts of corruption.

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Hong Kong politics

How policy address history explains Hong Kong’s present struggles

The changes in the number of references to democracy, consensus, youth and inequality in policy addresses since the handover reveal that our leaders have abysmal political reflexes, are elitist and have failed to translate talk into action.

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Chief Executive Carrie Lam (right) clinks her glass with former chief executives Leung Chun-ying (left) and Tung Chee-hwa at the reception for the 23rd anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, at the Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai on July 1, 2020. Photo: K.Y. Cheng
Coronavirus pandemic

Opinion | After a dreadful year, three wishes for Hong Kong in 2021

So-called friends of Hong Kong should stop ‘helping’ us. Young idealistic proponents of political reform should be less naive. And, with society still deeply divided, it’s time for all parties to launch a serious effort at reconciliation.

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A demonstrator holds a US flag during a protest in Hong Kong on July 1. Hong Kong protesters have welcomed support from the US, but Senator Ted Cruz has blocked legislation that would have made immigration easier for dissidents. Photo: Bloomberg
Carrie Lam

Editorial | Bribery exemption for Hong Kong leader must end despite complexity

Hong Kong politics

Opinion | Hong Kong’s litany of failures left Beijing with no choice but to intervene

Incessant political squabbling and a refusal to compromise left Beijing with no choice but to take the lead on national security laws. The local government has been aloof and unresponsive while the opposition has failed to offer any serious counterproposals.

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