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Rupert Hogg pays for events in Hong Kong. It has recently been under intense pressure, with China accusing some airline staff of supporting pro-democracy protests.
According to a Cathay Pacific press release, Rupert Hogg resigns, " assuming responsibility for recent events ." Another executive, Paul Loo, director of commercial affairs, is also leaving his position for the same reasons.
Rupert Hogg found himself in an embarrassing situation after the support and participation of some of the airline's employees in anti-power demonstrations, which angered the Chinese government. Beijing has therefore called the Hong Kong company to order. In particular, the Chinese Civil Aviation Authority decided to ban its territory but also its airspace to any Cathay Pacific aircrew who would support the demonstrations.
In response, the Director General promised to fire anyone attending the events; four of his staff including two pilots were fired.
As a result, Cathay Pacific's shares collapsed on the stock market. The pressure was becoming stronger on the company which is very vulnerable to any boycott of Beijing, China being its main market.