Leung Chun-ying
Hong Kong Chief Executive and businessman
Born
August 12th, 1954
70 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Hong Kong
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Served as the 3rd Chief Executive of Hong Kong from 2012 to 2017. Held the position of Deputy Secretary for Housing, Planning and Lands in the 2000s. Engaged in the real estate sector and business consulting prior to entering politics. Played a role in various governmental reforms and faced significant public protests during tenure.
Served as Chief Executive from 2012 to 2017
Held the role of Deputy Secretary for Housing, Planning and Lands
Faced protests during tenure regarding governance and policies
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