Hong Kong plans 360-strong delegation for Victory Day parade in Beijing
Hong Kong’s leader is set to front what is potentially the city’s largest commemorative delegation to Beijing this week to attend a military parade and other events marking the 80th anniversary of China’s World War II victory over Japan.
The government announced on Monday that the delegation, led by Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu, will comprise about 360 members and include principal government officials, representatives from the judiciary, the Legislative Council and the city’s district councils.
It will also include veterans of the Chinese people’s war of resistance against Japanese aggression and their descendants, as well as representatives from various sectors, such as commerce, education, technology, professional services, social welfare and the media.
Lee will depart for Beijing on Tuesday and return home on Thursday.
The delegation’s itinerary will include a commemorative rally and a Victory Day military parade on Wednesday morning and a cultural gala in the evening. The group will return home on Thursday.
Chief Secretary Eric Chan Kwok-ki, the city’s No 2 official, will serve as acting chief executive in Lee’s absence.