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Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor

Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor
Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor
Latest news and updates on Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor, who took office as chief executive of Hong Kong on July 1, 2017, covering her speeches, announcements and annual policy address, the measures she introduced to combat the coronavirus and her handling of the Hong Kong protests.
Born
13 May 1957
Industry
Politics
Job Title
Former Chief Executive of Hong Kong SAR
Hong Kong toy tycoon Lam Leung-tim with his iconic rubber ducks in 2017. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong toy tycoon Lam Leung-tim, creator of iconic rubber duck, dead at 105

Lam’s family reveals he died on November 10, announces that memorial ceremony will be held on Monday in his ancestral hometown of Foshan.

Hong Kong economy

Geely drone subsidiary Aerofugia eyes Hong Kong market for AE200 flying car

John Lee policy address 2025

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

Banking & finance

Hong Kong’s crop of green bonds, ESG funds flourishes

City’s role as a bridge connecting mainland projects with the world ‘not easily found in other markets’, financial-services secretary says.

A photo taken on July 3, 2025, shows wind turbines on Meihua Mountain in Liupanshui, in southwest China’s Guizhou Province. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong must hone ‘geopolitical instincts’ amid China-US rivalry: Kishore

Former Singapore diplomat also urges West to cede ground to emerging powers in international organisations as multipolar world takes shape.

Education in Hong Kong

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

‘I would regret it for the rest of my life if I didn’t return for this occasion,’ says retired professor who was among Shue Yan’s first journalism students.

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Hong Kong water procurement scandal

Opinion | Water scandal another blow to public trust in Hong Kong government

While it is easy to blame systemic failures, these systems were created by people who must be held accountable.

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While the government has responded more quickly to concerns over water quality this time, it still struggles to stay ahead of public confidence crises. Photo: Karma Lo
Architecture and design

Architect Rocco Yim designed some of Hong Kong’s most iconic structures

Once doubtful this city had architectural lessons to offer, Yim now reflects on his own projects that have shaped Hong Kong’s skyline.

Hong Kong housing

On This Day | Safety scare over Hong Kong public housing water in 2015 – from SCMP archive

On this day 10 years ago, lead levels in tap water at Kai Ching Estate sparked fears about safety of supplies in Hong Kong’s public housing.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong and Singapore: rivals and partners learning from each other

Small and externally oriented economies, both cities face common challenges and must make common cause, while repositioning and reinventing themselves.

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Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu and Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) forum in Lima, Peru, on November 15, 2024. Photo: Handout
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.

Xinhua called Charles Ho a patriotic businessman and “an intimate friend” of the Communist Party of China in an article published on Saturday night. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong housing

Hong Kong village church members wonder where next after relocation order

‘I have lived here for most of my life. I do not know how to read or write. I do not go to other places except the church and the elderly centre,’ one says.

Crime in Hong Kong

10 arrested in Hong Kong in bribery case centred on CK Asset housing project

ICAC alleges that subcontractors offered site supervisors perks in exchange for lax oversight of steel rebar work on Anderson Road project.

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 budget 2025-26

Opinion | Hong Kong civil service needs to be hauled into the 21st century

The financial secretary is heeding calls to downsize and cut costs, but should go further by embracing AI more quickly.

Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan speaks during a press conference after presenting the budget for 2025-26 on February 26. Photo: EPA-EFE
Hong Kong politics

Editorial | Stronger oversight of Hong Kong’s unions can help them to boost development

Changes to Hong Kong law are set to tighten scrutiny of groups that should not only be protecting members but also providing the public with quality services.

Hong Kong transport

Monthly cap on Hong Kong’s HK$2 fare scheme unfair to elderly, experts say

Professor Nelson Chow also suggests reconsidering plan as projected savings will account for ‘tiny percentage’ of deficit.

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Hong Kong economy

Why are Hong Kong government buildings slated for demolition filling up again?

Is allowing temporary occupants a good way to use available premises? Some say it just points to poor planning.

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(From left) Revenue Tower, Wanchai Tower and Immigration Tower have been earmarked for redevelopment into a complex connected to the Convention and Exhibition Centre. Photo: Roy Issa
Jimmy Lai trial

Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai denies op-ed pushed for sanctions on then-city leader

Prosecutors grill Lai over piece about Carrie Lam and sanctions published weeks after national security law took effect in 2020.

Hong Kong politics

Renovating new office of ex-Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam to cost HK$2.8 million

Lam to move from prime location at One Pacific Place in Admiralty, where annual rent was HK$5.67 million, to Immigration Tower in Wan Chai.

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Hong Kong politics

Beijing slams US sanctions bill targeting Hong Kong judges, prosecutors

Bill broadens sanctions to include Hong Kong justice minister Paul Lam, Chief Justice Andrew Cheung and Commissioner of Police Raymond Siu.

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The bill requires the US president to assess whether to sanction certain Hong Kong officials who are deemed to have violated human rights. Photo: Sam Tsang
Jimmy Lai trial

Jimmy Lai denies approving proposed sanctions against Hong Kong, Beijing

Former media boss says his praise for American lobbyist’s suggestions was only meant as words of encouragement.

Former media boss Jimmy Lai in 2020. Photo: AP
US-China relations

Letters | TikTok ‘refugees’ are meeting the Chinese internet. Sparks may fly

Readers discuss the influx of foreign users on China’s RedNote, tech-military ties, selfish smokers, and a former Hong Kong chief executive’s office.

Hong Kong politics

Why are Hong Kong think tanks facing a bleak future?

City’s once vibrant think tank scene has entered what some are calling a ‘dark winter’.

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Hong Kong politics

Editorial | Get balance right on offices of Hong Kong’s ex-leaders

Former Hong Kong chief executives still have a role to play, but there is also a need to spend wisely during difficult financial times.

One Pacific Place in Admiralty. The office of Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor, former Chief Executive, is located on the eighth floor of the building. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong will redevelop 3 towers in Wan Chai into convention centre: city leader

John Lee also reaffirms pledge to spend an average of HK$90 billion per year on public works.

Immigration Tower in Wan Chai. Photo: Antony Dickson
Hong Kong politics

Former Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam ‘welcomes’ cost-saving office relocation

Office spokesman confirms move from prime commercial building with annual rent of HK$5.67 million to government premises for next three years.

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Hong Kong politics

Exclusive | Former Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam’s office moving to government premises

Lam’s current office at One Pacific Place has been under scrutiny for costing taxpayers an estimated HK$9.17 million last year.

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