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CY Leung

1. Hong Kong educator and former NPC deputy Ng Hong-mun dies aged 100

   Hong Kong education figure and long-serving National People's Congress deputy Ng Hong-mun has died aged 100. SCMP reported he became one of the first Hong Kong NPC deputies in 1975, was principal of Pui Kiu Middle School, and had also called for NPC reform. Chief Executive John Lee offered deep condolences to his family on Oct 18, saying he devoted his life to patriotic education, trained many talents for the country and Hong Kong, and contributed much to the smooth handover. Former chief executive and CPPCC vice-chair CY Leung also posted a tribute on Facebook.

   Oct 19, 2026 Afternoon