Hong Kong’s first leader after British handover dies

It also noted that Tung had served as one of many vice-chairmen of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, China's top political advisory body, for four consecutive terms.

Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong's first leader after the city returned to Chinese rule, has died at the age of 89.

His administration abandoned the proposed legislation following the massive outcry, which also contributed to Tung stepping down in March 2005.