The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development (SCED), Mr Algernon Yau, today (December 13) expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former SCED Mr Gregory So.
      
     Mr So was appointed as Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development in 2008. He was appointed as SCED in 2011, a post he held until June 2017.
      
     Mr Yau said, "During his tenure, Mr So had made immense contributions to Hong Kong's economic and trade developments by taking forward various policies and measures, and forging co-operation between Hong Kong and other economies. I am deeply saddened by the passing of Mr So and extend my sincere condolences to his family."

Ends/Saturday, December 13, 2025
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