CE's statement on Fifth Term CE Election results
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     Following is a statement by the Chief Executive, Mr C Y Leung, today (March 26) on the results of the Fifth Term Chief Executive Election:

     The Fifth Term Chief Executive Election has just concluded smoothly. I extend my sincere congratulations to Mrs Carrie Lam on her successful election and I will submit later today a report of the election results to the Central People's Government.

     The present-term government and I will ensure a seamless transition with the Chief Executive-elect. We will fully support the preparation for forming the new term of government.

Ends/Sunday, March 26, 2017
Issued at HKT 13:31

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