Key facts
- Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong's first chief executive, will receive a state funeral on September 20.
- Tung served as chief executive from 1997 to 2005.
- His vision for Hong Kong emphasized economic development and a strong relationship with mainland China.
Hong Kong's first chief executive, Tung Chee-hwa, will be honored with a state funeral on September 20. Tung served in the top post from 1997 to 2005. During his tenure, he outlined a vision for the city that prioritized economic development and a strong relationship with mainland China.