Dr. Peter Lam Appointed Chairman of Hong Kong Tourism Board Starting April 2025

Appointments to Hong Kong Tourism Board announced

The Government announced today (February 19) the appointment of Dr Peter Lam Kin-ngok to succeed Dr Pang Yiu-kai as Chairman of the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2028. Mr Jeffrey Lam Kin-fung, Ms Nikki Ng Mien-hua and Ms Melissa Kaye Pang are also appointed as new members of the HKTB from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2027.

Commenting on the appointments, the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, said, "Dr Peter Lam Kin-ngok, who served as Chairman of the HKTB before, possesses rich experience in promoting tourism development in Hong Kong. With his diverse experiences in business management and public services, along with a strong vision, Dr Lam is the best candidate to lead the HKTB and the tourism sector of Hong Kong to reach new heights. I am confident that under Dr Lam's leadership, the Board will advance further while promoting Hong Kong worldwide and showcasing its charms, so that visitors will indulge in pleasure when staying in Hong Kong, thinking about Hong Kong, and returning time and again. I also welcome Mr Jeffrey Lam Kin-fung, Ms Nikki Ng Mien-hua and Ms Melissa Kaye Pang to join the Board."

Miss Law expressed heartfelt gratitude to Dr Pang for his distinguished contributions to the HKTB. "With Dr Pang's foresight, seasoned business and management experiences, as well as an extensive business network, he has guided the HKTB with exemplary leadership in successfully overcoming various challenges during the pandemic and actively driving the recovery of Hong Kong tourism," Miss Law said.

A brief biographical note of Dr Lam is set out below:

Dr Lam is the Chairman of Lai Sun Group. He is currently the Chairman of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and a member of the Advisory Committee on Attracting Strategic Enterprises, the Chief Executive's Council of Advisers, and the Trade and Industry Advisory Board.

Appointments to the HKTB are made by the Chief Secretary for Administration in exercise of the powers delegated to him by the Chief Executive and pursuant to section 9 of the Hong Kong Tourism Board Ordinance (Chapter 302).

The membership of the HKTB commencing April 1, 2025, will be as follows:

Dr Peter Lam Kin-ngok (Chairman)

Commissioner for Tourism (Deputy Chairman) with Deputy Commissioner for Tourism as alternate member

Mr Abraham Chan

Mr Dennis Chow Chi-in

Ms Margaret Fong Shun-man

Dr Allen Fung Yuk-lun

Mrs Gianna Hsu Wong Mei-lun

Ms Mary Huen Wai-yi

Mrs Ann Kung Yeung Yun-chi

Ms Rebecca Kwan Shuk-wah

Mr Jeffrey Lam Kin-fung

Ms Lavinia Lau Hoi-zee

Ms Nikki Ng Mien-hua

Ms Melissa Kaye Pang

Dr Chloe Suen Yin-wah

Mr Ricky Szeto Wing-fu

Mr Richard Tsang Lap-ki

Mr James Wong Cheuk-on

Professor Simon Wong Kit-lung

Mr Ronald Wu Keng-hou

Miss Law also thanked the outgoing member, Dr Lam Ho-yi, for her contributions to the work of the Board.

Notice on appointments to advisory and statutory bodies

A Government spokesman said today (January 12) that Mr Chan Kin-por recently sought approval from the Chief Executive to suspend his three public positions as appointed by the Chief Executive, until the completion of the work of the Independent Committee in relation to the fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po (Independent Committee). Mr Chan made this request to allow himself more time to dedicate to the work of the Independent Committee. After due consideration, the Chief Executive has agreed to and approved this request. The three public positions are: (1) Chairman of Independent Commission Against Corruption Advisory Committee on Corruption; (2) Non-executive Director of Urban Renewal Authority Board; and (3) Member of Honours and Non-official Justices of the Peace Selection Committee.

On December 12, 2025, the Government established the Independent Committee to examine the causes of the incident and related issues, ascertain the facts, and make recommendations on preventing similar tragedies and on improvement measures. The Independent Committee is chaired by Mr Justice David Lok, with Mr Chan Kin-por and Dr Rex Auyeung Pak-kuen serving as members. The Independent Committee held its first meeting on December 19 last year and aims to complete its work within nine months of commencing operations.

Mr Chan Kin-por wrote earlier to the Chief Executive, expressing his wish to suspend the aforementioned three public positions until the Independent Committee completes its work, in order to dedicate more time and focus to the Independent Committee's tasks. The Chief Executive has agreed to and approved the request.

A Government spokesperson said that since the fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, both the Government and the wider community have been highly concerned about the causes of the incident and the follow-up work. The scope of the Independent Committee's work is extensive, particularly concerning systemic issues related to bid-rigging and connected interests. Given the numerous issues involved and their complex nature, the Government will fully co-operate with the Independent Committee to ensure that it can complete its work and compile its report within nine months. The Government extends its gratitude to Mr Chan for accepting the appointment as a member of the Independent Committee and for his professional and conscientious approach to the Committee's work. When the Independent Committee's work is completed, the Government looks forward to Mr Chan's continuous contribution through his aforementioned public positions.

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