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Independent Review Committee Formed for Tai Po Fire Tragedy

12/12/2025

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Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announced an independent review committee to investigate Tai Po fire that killed at least 160 people.
Judge David Lok Kai-hong will lead the committee, including Legislative Council finance committee chairman Chan Kin-por and outgoing MTR Corporation chairman Rex Auyeung Pak-keun.
The investigation aims to conclude within nine months, with all findings made public.
Lee stated the Hong Kong government will support the committee's work.

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Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announced an independent review committee to investigate Tai Po fire that killed at least 160 people.
Judge David Lok Kai-hong will lead the committee, including Legislative Council finance committee chairman Chan Kin-por and outgoing MTR Corporation chairman Rex Auyeung Pak-keun.
The investigation aims to conclude within nine months, with all findings made public.
Lee stated the Hong Kong government will support the committee's work.