The Acting Secretary for Home Affairs, Mr Jack Chan, today (June 8) expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Mr Hu Fa-kuang and extended his deepest condolences to his family.
 
     Mr Hu is a leading figure in promoting Hong Kong's sports development. As the Honorary Vice-President of the Sports Federation and Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China, his efforts in supporting various sports associations have brought positive and profound impact on the sports sector even till today. Mr Hu is also a successful entrepreneur and a member of the then Urban Council and Legislative Council. He was awarded Grand Bauhinia Medal in 2016.
 
     Mr Chan said, "With great passion in sports, Mr Hu has been proactively promoting the sports development in Hong Kong and made tremendous contributions over the past decades. His departure is a huge loss for the sports sector and he will be truly missed."

Ends/Wednesday, June 8, 2022
Issued at HKT 9:45

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