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Advocates Demand Action for Women's Equality in Hong Kong

3/8/2026

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On International Women's Day, advocates urged Hong Kong to move beyond token diversity.
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said women account for 54% of the population and hold key roles in government and corporate leadership.
Lee credited government efforts for progress and pledged to continue promoting women's development.
Nicole Yuen Shuk-kam, CEO of the Workplace Women Index, urged deeper action to ensure motherhood does not hinder women's careers.

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On International Women's Day, advocates urged Hong Kong to move beyond token diversity.
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said women account for 54% of the population and hold key roles in government and corporate leadership.
Lee credited government efforts for progress and pledged to continue promoting women's development.
Nicole Yuen Shuk-kam, CEO of the Workplace Women Index, urged deeper action to ensure motherhood does not hinder women's careers.