Beijing official honors Hong Kong's first leader Tung Chee-hwa at state funeral
Senior Beijing official Shi Taifeng delivered a eulogy at the state funeral of Hong Kong's first post-colonial leader, Tung Chee-hwa. The tribute highlighted Tung's role in the 'one country, two systems' framework and his relationship with the Chinese Communist Party.
At a state funeral held on Sunday, Shi Taifeng, a member of the Politburo and first vice-chairman of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), honored the legacy of Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong’s first Chief Executive following the 1997 handover. In his eulogy, Shi characterized Tung as a 'staunch patriot' and a 'close friend' of the Chinese Communist Party.
The tribute emphasized Tung’s foundational role in implementing the 'one country, two systems' governing model, which defines the relationship between Hong Kong and mainland China. Beyond his domestic political contributions, the eulogy also noted Tung’s efforts in facilitating communication and relations between China and the United States during his post-leadership years. The ceremony served as a formal recognition of Tung’s alignment with Beijing’s political objectives and his long-standing commitment to the central government’s vision for the city’s integration.
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- ·Lack of perspective from Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement regarding Tung's legacy.
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