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Erick Tsang Resigns as Hong Kong Minister Amid Health Battle

1/27/2026

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Erick Tsang, Hong Kong Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs, announced his resignation on January 27 due to prostate cancer.
Clement Woo will temporarily replace him while a successor is found.
Chief Executive John Lee expressed gratitude for Tsang's service and dismissed speculation about a broader ministerial reshuffle.
Tsang's resignation follows reports of potential departures among other officials amid ongoing challenges in the city's recovery from the pandemic.

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Erick Tsang, Hong Kong Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs, announced his resignation on January 27 due to prostate cancer.
Clement Woo will temporarily replace him while a successor is found.
Chief Executive John Lee expressed gratitude for Tsang's service and dismissed speculation about a broader ministerial reshuffle.
Tsang's resignation follows reports of potential departures among other officials amid ongoing challenges in the city's recovery from the pandemic.