When was Tung Chee-hwa born?

Tung Chee-hwa was born on 7 July 1937 in Shang-hai.

What positions has Tung Chee-hwa held?

Positions held by Tung Chee-hwa include: Vice-Chairperson of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (2005–2023); Chief Executive of Hong Kong (1997–2005); member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference.

Where did Tung Chee-hwa study?

Tung Chee-hwa was educated at University of Liverpool, Chung Wah Middle School.

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Tung Chee-hwa

Businessman and politician from Hong Kong, first Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (1937–2026)

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Tung Chee-hwa was a Hong Kong businessman and politician who served as the first Chief Executive of Hong Kong between 1997 and 2005, upon the transfer of sovereignty on 1 July. He served as a vice-chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) between 2005 and 2023.

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Born: 7 July 1937 wd
Place of birth: Shang-hai wd
Died: 8 September 2026 wd
Place of death: Hong Kong Sanatorium and Hospital wd
Citizenship: Republic of China, British Hong Kong wd
Occupation: politician, ship-owner wd
Education: University of Liverpool, Chung Wah Middle School wd
Spouse: Betty Tung wd

Positions held wd

Vice-Chairperson of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (12 March 2005 – 10 March 2023)
Chief Executive of Hong Kong (1 July 1997 – 12 March 2005)
member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference

Awards wd

Grand Bauhinia Medal
honorary doctor of the Chinese University of Hong Kong
Tatler Most Influential Hong Kong (2021)
Outstanding Contributor of One Country, Two Systems

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When was Tung Chee-hwa born?: Tung Chee-hwa was born on 7 July 1937 in Shang-hai.
What positions has Tung Chee-hwa held?: Positions held by Tung Chee-hwa include: Vice-Chairperson of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (2005–2023); Chief Executive of Hong Kong (1997–2005); member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference.
Where did Tung Chee-hwa study?: Tung Chee-hwa was educated at University of Liverpool, Chung Wah Middle School.

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