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Exclusive: The John Lee interview

Hong Kong’s chief executive reflects on four years in office and looks ahead at the city’s future, touching on economic reforms, boosting birth rates and the Northern Metropolis.

Updated: 15 Jun, 2026

Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu is interviewed by the Post at the Chief Executive’s Office in Tamar. Photo: Dickson Lee

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Exclusive | ‘Not giving up on any market’: John Lee on his push for Hong Kong’s interests

Traditional markets such as US and Europe matter just as much even as city seeks new partners, Hong Kong leader says.

14 Jun, 2026

City leader John Lee says the complex geopolitical situation will only highlight Hong Kong’s clear edge as a “safe, stable and secure society” for investors. Photo: Dickson Lee

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Exclusive | ‘Further reforms’: John Lee vows more changes ahead for economy

Hong Kong leader also says city’s five-year plan will secure policy continuity while ensuring ‘attention, energy and resources’ align with wider developments.

14 Jun, 2026

City leader John Lee has cited broad-based recoveries across multiple sectors, including the tourism industry, as signs that the economy is rebounding strongly. Photo: Karma Lo

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Exclusive | Northern Metropolis needs early success stories to draw investors, John Lee says

Hong Kong leader points to Hetao park as key aspect of project that can convince mainland and global investors to get on board.

14 Jun, 2026

Chief Executive John Lee has said Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis will adopt a multi-focused strategy to drive advances in technology, industry and education. Photo: Dickson Lee

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Exclusive | Baby bonus to continue? We’ll consult widely, John Lee says

City leader says government to consult public and ‘collect wisdom’ before deciding whether incentive measures should carry on.

15 Jun, 2026

The number of registered births in Hong Kong hit a historic low of 31,100 in 2025, despite a range of government initiatives aimed at boosting the city’s fertility rate. Photo: Jelly Tse

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Exclusive | ‘A year is a long time’ – John Lee on whether he will run again in 2027

City leader discusses goals for final year of current term and reflects on previous four, saying: ‘Hong Kong’s interest takes priority over my personal interests’.

15 Jun, 2026

Chief Executive John Lee remains non-committal on re-election, focusing instead on final-year goals and Hong Kong’s economic outlook. Photo: Dickson Lee

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Video | WHAT NEXT FOR HONG KONG?

City, country, world: John Lee’s balancing act as Hong Kong’s leader.

14 Jun, 2026

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