The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Mourns the Passing of Mr Tung Chee Hwa

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is deeply saddened to learn the passing of Mr Tung Chee Hwa, former Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and the first Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). We offer our deepest condolences to his family.

Mr Tung dedicated his entire life to the Nation and Hong Kong, earning widespread respect for his vision and noble character. As the first Chief Executive of the HKSAR, he steadfastly upheld the “One Country, Two Systems” principle, steered Hong Kong through a pivotal era of historical transition, and made enormous contributions to Hong Kong’s smooth return to the Motherland, the preservation of its prosperity and stability, and the advancement of its long-term development.

Mr Tung consistently championed education, talent cultivation and technological innovation as cornerstones of progress, and worked tirelessly to advance higher education in Hong Kong. He served as Chancellor of PolyU and a Council member of Hong Kong Polytechnic, and took a deep personal interest in the University’s growth. The Tung family shares a long and profound bond with PolyU. The Tung Foundation has been a committed supporter of the University since the 1980s, and played an instrumental role in establishing the CY Tung International Centre for Maritime Studies — laying a solid foundation for PolyU’s academic development and talent nurturing across shipping, logistics and maritime studies.

May Mr Tung rest in peace. His love for the Nation and Hong Kong, his spirit of public service, and his dedication to education will endure in our hearts forever.