China News Service, Hong Kong, August 14. The Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Li Jiachao, expressed his condolences on the passing of the former Secretary for Security of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, Li Shaoguang, on the 14th, and extended his deep condolences to his family.
Lee Siu-kwong was appointed Director of Immigration in 1998, Commissioner of the Independent Commission Against Corruption in 2002 and Secretary for Security in 2003, a post he held until 30 June 2012.
Li Jiachao said that Li Shaoguang has devoted himself to serving the people of Hong Kong for many years. During his tenure as Secretary for Security, he has contributed a lot in different policy areas such as maintaining law and order, immigration affairs, customs control, fire protection, correctional services and flight services.
"He is deeply respected and loved by his government colleagues and the people who work with him." Li Jiachao said that after Li Shaoguang left the SAR government in 2012, he was still enthusiastic in serving the public and served as the 12th Hong Kong National People's Congress representative from 2013 to 2018. , continue to make contributions to the country and Hong Kong society.
Li Jiachao pointed out that Li Shaoguang is a senior official I respect. When working in different positions in the past, I fully felt his sincerity and dedication to serve the public.
"I am deeply saddened by the passing of Li Shaoguang." Li Jiachao, on behalf of the Hong Kong SAR government, extended his deepest condolences to his family.
"I miss Li Shaoguang deeply." Li Jiachao said.
The Secretary for Security of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, Tang Bingqiang, expressed deep condolences on the death of Li Shaoguang and extended condolences to his family on the same day.
Deng Bingqiang said that Li Shaoguang has made great contributions to serving the SAR government and Hong Kong citizens for more than 30 years.
He has been responsible for the security field for a long time and is highly regarded for his outstanding performance in maintaining law and order, immigration and customs control policies.
After Li Shaoguang left the SAR government, he still cared about political affairs and gave valuable advice from time to time, bringing positive energy to the society.
"My colleagues in the Security Bureau are extremely saddened by his passing, and we will always miss him," said Deng Bingqiang.
According to Hong Kong media reports, Li Shaoguang died in his sleep on the 14th at the age of 73.
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