John Lee Ka‑chiu

Built World

Apologized on Oct. 29, 2026, and announced reforms after the independent committee report; said Housing Secretary Winnie Ho should take political accountability.

On November 26, 2025, a fire engulfed the Wang Fuk Court public housing complex in Tai Po, Hong Kong, killed 168 people and injuring dozens more. It was the city's deadliest disaster since 1948.

Updated Nov 1

Built World

As of May 2026: Pushing accelerated delivery of Northern Metropolis projects

On May 3, 2026, traffic began flowing across the Eastern Section of the Fanling Bypass—a 4-kilometre dual two-lane road, the first major transport project to open under Hong Kong's Northern Metropolis plan. The road links Fanling Highway to the Fanling North New Development Area. It cuts roughly 10 minutes off peak-hour drives and opens capacity for tens of thousands of public-housing units due over the next several years.

Updated May 31

Rule Changes

As of May 2026: Pledges fire accountability in January 2026 policy address amid low election turnout

Since 2021, Beijing has reshaped Hong Kong's electoral system to ensure only pre-vetted "patriots" can run for office, slashing directly elected seats and purging opposition. The second Legislative Council election under these rules took place December 7, 2025, two weeks after the Wang Fuk Court fire, with about 31.9% turnout—the second-lowest on record.

Updated May 10