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Members of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) express our profound grief and sorrow at the passing of Dr Tung Chee-hwa, former Vice-Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), the first Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), former Chancellor and Honorand of CUHK. The University extends its deepest condolences to Dr Tung’s family.

Dr Tung was awarded the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, by CUHK in recognition of his exceptional contributions to Hong Kong, the nation and society. As the inaugural Chief Executive following Hong Kong’s return to the motherland, Dr Tung guided the city through a smooth and stable transition and devoted himself to the long-term development and prosperity of Hong Kong. He was deeply committed to education and the nurturing of future leaders. His contributions and enduring legacy will be remembered for generations to come.