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‘Staunch patriot, close friend’: Beijing official hails Tung Chee-hwa’s legacy

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A senior Beijing official recently issued a formal eulogy honoring Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong’s first leader following the handover from British rule. The official praised Tung as a pioneer of the 'one country, two systems' framework, characterizing him as a staunch patriot and a close ally of the Chinese Communist Party.

Beyond his domestic political contributions, the tribute highlighted Tung’s role in facilitating international relations, specifically noting his efforts to support and improve US-China ties. The remarks serve to solidify Tung’s historical legacy as a foundational figure in the governance of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

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