Hong Kong’s John Lee launches public consultation for fourth policy address

City leader vows focus on fostering growth and improving livelihoods amid ‘economic restructuring’

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Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee chats with residents at a cha chaan teng at Sha Kok Market in September last year. Photo: Edmond So

Published: 1:43pm, 16 Jun 2025Updated: 8:59pm, 16 Jun 2025

Hong Kong’s leader launched a public consultation on Monday for his coming policy address, as he vowed to improve livelihoods and foster growth amid an “economic restructuring”.

The government said that it would hold more than 40 consultation sessions ahead of Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu’s fourth policy address in September, while also conducting district visits to meet members of the public and representatives from different sectors.

“We are committed to developing the economy and improving people’s livelihoods to ensure our initiatives effectively respond to the needs of members of the public,” Lee said, noting that the city was undergoing an “economic restructuring”.

“The government will continue to lead all sectors of society in consolidating and enhancing the factors for Hong Kong’s success while upholding our principles and being innovative in advancing reforms.

“We will endeavour to explore new growth areas, trade markets and frontiers, deepen international exchanges and cooperation, and enhance regional collaboration to foster economic growth and development.”

Lee added that Hong Kong would continue to exploit its unique advantages under the “one country, two systems” governing model and ride on strong support from Beijing.