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Leung Chun-ying (CY Leung)
Leung Chun-ying, also known as CY Leung, is a former chief executive of Hong Kong. He assumed office on July 1, 2012, after defeating Henry Tang Ying-yen and Albert Ho Chun-yan. His term ended June 30, 2017.
Born
12 Aug 1954
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Job Title
Vice-Chairman, Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus (left) meets with CY Leung in Geneva. Photo: GX Foundation
Hong Kong society

WHO, ex-Hong Kong leader CY Leung’s charity pledge to boost health ties

WHO chief praises GX Foundation for focusing on practical solutions as both sides target vector-borne diseases.

Hong Kong society

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

Hong Kong politics

Tributes pour in after former Hong Kong commerce minister Gregory So dies at 67

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Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong educators call for non-local admissions amid decline in Form One classes

Drop from 1,502 to 1,487 classes in past academic year prompts warnings of school closures from education leaders.

Education leaders have called on the government to allow publicly funded institutions to enrol non-local students in response to the drop in pupil numbers. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Both traditional and simplified Chinese have value for Hong Kong

While learning simplified characters will benefit local students, traditional Chinese characters are still essential regardless of a student’s background.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong to ‘radiate’ mainland China’s strengths to aid belt and road nations

City leader John Lee hails humanitarian efforts by CY Leung’s charity GX Foundation at opening ceremony for new headquarters in Sai Ying Pun.

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Hong Kong society

CY Leung’s charity moves to 104-year-old Hong Kong site of ‘philanthropic spirit’

GX Foundation relocates to No 4 Hospital Road in Mid-Levels, a site created in response to Hong Kong’s 1894 plague outbreak.

The historical building has its origins in a plague outbreak in the 1890s. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

Opinion | Simplified Chinese for tests? Rigid education system needs proper reform

School’s aim to provide a ‘more friendly assessment system’ is ironic, given Hong Kong’s failure to provide an inclusive environment for ethnic minority students.

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China-Asean relations

New Phnom Penh airport opens with fanfare as Cambodia touts regional, China ties

Officials and business leaders at opening ceremony said the airport, built in part by Chinese state firms, will make Cambodia a travel hub.

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Hong Kong politics

Legco delegations shun West for 4 years in a first since Hong Kong handover

But lawmaker hopes that next Legco will resume official visits, arguing that city can learn from West.

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This term saw 17 Legco trips to the mainland, compared to just three in the previous term. Photo: Dickson Lee
My Take

My Take | Singapore did right by throwing out Hong Kong fugitive Nathan Law

The times when the US could manipulate opposition figures to destabilise governments in East Asia are long gone. How disappointing that all that investment has gone to waste.

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Former Hong Kong lawmaker and pro-democracy activist Nathan Law in London on August 18, 2023. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong lawmaker denies exaggerating rival’s role in chaotic meeting

Holden Chow testifies against ex-legislator Lam Cheuk-ting, who is accused of ‘assaulting, obstructing or molesting’ a Legco member.

Hong Kong society

Former Hong Kong leader CY Leung honoured for healthcare contributions

Leung receives Knight Grand Officer rank of the Royal Order of Monisaraphon, reveals his charity hopes to clear backlog of cataract-related blindness cases.

John Lee policy address 2025

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

As John Lee prepares to deliver his fourth policy blueprint on Wednesday, the Post looks at the legacy of city leaders over the past 28 years.

Chief Executive John Lee (green tie) and lawmakers in the chamber of the Legislative Council in March 2024 after successfully enacting the Article 23 national security law. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
Hong Kong economy

How will Hong Kong’s John Lee strike middle ground in policy address?

City’s leader is facing test of advancing economic reforms while rescuing ailing businesses and improving livelihoods ahead of policy address.

Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen
Hong Kong economy

What’s working in Hong Kong’s talent scheme and what needs tweaking?

Can the government do more to tighten the top talent scheme while sharpening the city’s competitiveness?

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong shoots up global talent ranking to No 4: John Lee

‘Indeed, our ranking rose 12 places over the past two years, a clear testament to the government’s enhanced efforts,’ Lee says at the Post’s Hong Kong-Asean Summit.

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Education in Hong Kong

Opinion | Think twice about letting more non-locals into Hong Kong universities

While a more diverse student body is beneficial, the impact on Hongkongers of raising the non-local quota too much too soon should not be taken lightly.

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The University of Hong Kong campus at Pok Fu Lam on June 23. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Success of Hong Kong’s top talent scheme must go deeper than numbers

The city must attract talent willing to develop careers and raise families here, instead of those just staying long enough to secure residency benefits.

Hong Kong politics

‘Let us make an even greater Hong Kong contribution’: John Lee at Beijing parade

City’s largest-ever delegation to Victory Day military parade includes state leader Leung Chun-ying and a war veteran, 94-year-old Lo King-fai.

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Hong Kong politics

John Lee leads Victory Day delegation to Beijing as Hong Kong prepares events

Some Hong Kong schools will arrange for pupils to watch live broadcast of Beijing parade on Wednesday to deepen historical understanding.

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Chinese military personnel take part in a rehearsal ahead of the military parade set to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory Day. Photo: AFP
Education in Hong Kong

CY Leung urges Hong Kong talent scheme transparency amid estimated 60,000 renewals

Think tank Our Hong Kong Foundation also says authorities should review scheme based on long-term demands of local workforce.

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Pedestrians in Central. Authorities said 110,000 Top Talent Pass visas had been approved as of the end of July. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong politics

Opinion | Lawmakers can learn from CY Leung’s constructive criticism of government

It is in the public’s best interests for legislators to hold officials to account rather than constantly present a united front.

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Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong police arrest 1, seek 3 others over ride-hailing fraud syndicate ties

Man, 53, suspected of providing personal information used to open accounts for unqualified drivers, while three others wanted over case.

Education in Hong Kong

Fight for Hong Kong’s university spots to heat up as 150,000 more teens eligible

Hong Kong’s ‘predicament’ is reminder of the ‘unplanned consequences’ of official policies, ex-leader CY Leung says.

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Hong Kong’s DSE graduates are already facing stronger competition for university places, principals say. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

Mainland Chinese schools charging pupils up to HK$365,000 for Hong Kong DSE

Increasing number of mainland pupils opting to take city’s university entrance exams to apply for institutions in Hong Kong and abroad.

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Yew Chung International School in Beijing is among the most expensive institutions offering Hong Kong’s Diploma of Secondary Education (DSE) curriculum in mainland China. Photo: Handout
Education in Hong Kong

90% pass rate for Hong Kong’s mainland-based DSE pupils, exceeding city average

Hong Kong students from four mainland Chinese schools far surpass overall average of 38 per cent pass rate of all assessment candidates.

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Hong Kong economy

Talent helping to stabilise Hong Kong’s residential property market: minister

Labour minister Chris Sun says it is normal for talent to choose to rent homes upon arrival, helping offset impact of ageing local population.

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