Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu tells Hong Kong journalists to contribute to national development by telling “good stories” about Hong Kong and China as the city faces global turbulence. Speaking at the annual Hong Kong News Awards ceremony organised by the Newspaper Society of Hong Kong on Friday, Lee says local media outlets should act not only as witnesses and recorders of events, but also as facilitators of progress for Hong Kong and mainland China.
Lee frames the call in the context of Hong Kong developing its first five-year blueprint, which he says aims to align the city with national development. He links the media’s role to broader geopolitical uncertainties, arguing that coverage and storytelling can help shape understanding and support development priorities.
Both outlets report that Lee’s remarks position media organisations as active contributors rather than passive observers, with an emphasis on positive narratives about Hong Kong’s relationship with the mainland. The comments are made during an event recognising journalism and at a time when Hong Kong’s policy direction for the coming years is being planned.
