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9 September 2026

Tung Chee-hwa, Who Led Hong Kong After Its Return to China, Dies at 89

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Tung Chee-hwa, Who Led Hong Kong After Its Return to China, Dies at 89

As the first leader of the former British colony after its handover, he balanced the demands of Beijing and Hong Kongers, making it clear that Beijing was now in charge.

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