Patriot dedicated to Hong Kong: business heavyweights remember Tung Chee-hwa
This weekend, Hong Kong mourns the loss of former chief executive and elder statesman Tung Chee-hwa.
The shipping tycoon who became the city’s first leader after its transfer of sovereignty to China in 1997 died on September 8 at the age of 89, leaving a legacy of determined stewardship and dedicated public service.
This weekend, a state funeral will be held to honour Tung, who was also a former vice-chairman of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC). There will be a vigil on Saturday and a memorial on Sunday, while condolence books will be opened for the public at multiple venues from Friday to Sunday.
The South China Morning Post is running a special commemorative print supplement on Saturday, sharing reflections from those who knew Tung personally.
Join us for part two, featuring tributes from business heavyweights. Read part one here. You can also find other tributes from the supplement here and here.
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