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  People's Daily Online -- Donald Tsang, Chief Executive of Hong Kong SAR
Donald Tsang was elected uncontested on June 16, 2005 as the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China, and was formally appointed by the State Council, the Central People's Government, on June 21, 2005.
In 1977, Tsang was attached to the Asian Development Bank in Manila for a year and worked on water supply and railway development projects in the Philippines and Bangladesh.
Tsang became the Director-General of Trade between 1991 and 1993, and was responsible for all facets of trade negotiation and administration affecting Hong Kong.
english.people.com.cn /data/people/Donald_Tsang.html   (454 words)

  
  Donald Tsang   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Donald Tsang (曾蔭權) is the Chief Secretary of the Hong Kong SAR government who has been dubbed bow-tied Tsang because of his fashion style.
As Chief Secretary, Tsang ranks second to the Chief Executive of Hong Kong Tung Chee Hwa, and advises him on matters of policy and deputises for him during his absence.
Tsang joined the civil service in January 1967 and has held many positions ranging from finance, trade to policies relating to the handover of Hong Kong's sovereignty to the People's Republic of China.
bopedia.com /en/wikipedia/d/do/donald_tsang.html   (437 words)

  
 Donald Tsang - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Tsang was the second Chief Secretary for Administration of Hong Kong SAR.
Tsang was born in Hong Kong in October 7, 1944.
Tsang is awaiting renovations to the Government House, as his residence.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Donald_Tsang   (2210 words)

  
 Donald Tsang: British Knight on Hong Kong's Throne | Asian American Intelligence | GoldSea
It was in the final days of colonial rule that Prince Charles tapped Tsang's shoulders with a sword and made him a knight _ a reward for his three decades of service as a loyal civil servant.
Tsang's willingness to accept the British honor was read as a sign that he was sabotaging his own career.
Donald Tsang and Hong Kong's government will definitely be able to lead all of Hong Kong's people in overcoming all difficulties,'' Wen said.
goldsea.com /Personalities/Tsang/tsangd.html   (755 words)

  
 Correspondents Report - Donald Tsang chosen as Hong Kong's new leader
Donald Tsang is very popular and has been in the public eye for many years during his posts as Financial Secretary, and Chief Secretary.
DONALD TSANG: Hong Kong is a cosmopolitan state.
DONALD TSANG: I hope to be able to start a movement whereby we are going to create a more effective government, we are able to deliver our promises, and deliver achievement as promised.
www.abc.net.au /correspondents/content/2004/s1395256.htm   (792 words)

  
 Donald Tsang appointed chief executive of HK SAR(06/21/05)
Tsang resigned from the position as chief secretary of the HKSAR on May 25 to run for the CE by-election and won on June 16 supported by 714 members of the Election Committee.
Tsang was nominated and supported by 714 members of the Election Committee and then won as the electee shows that he enjoys extensive recognition and support from various walks of life in Hong Kong," said Wen.
Tsang exhibits relatively strong capabilities in administrative management," he said, citing that Tsang is familiar with the situations in various circles of Hong Kong and government work since he has worked in the Hong Kong government for more than 30 years.
www.china-embassy.org /eng/xw/t200630.htm   (549 words)

  
 EastSouthWestNorth: The Hong Kong Chief Executive Election
Tsang, expected to be confirmed today by Hong Kong's electoral commission, has been carefully orchestrated by Beijing to install a loyal and popular leader in its often-restive southern enclave.
Donald Tsang had made it know that he would not attend forums until after the nomination process has ended, precisely to avoid dealing with people like Chan Yuet-tung and their side-shows.
Donald Tsang sneers at that because Lee has no roadmap to make that happen, so this is just a lie to inflame the population.
www.zonaeuropa.com /20050619_2.htm   (1789 words)

  
 Donald Duck - Uncyclopedia
Donald Duck (1882-1958) was a professional actor and a real American hero who turned into a Communist homosexual subversive.
Donald Duck) and Lech Kaczyński are fighting for the throne of Poland, it seems that some serious conspiracy is afoot, orchestrated by feathery villain thought long dead.
Despite the incoherent ramblings of McCarthy, Donald was charged with contempt of court although this was attributed more to the committee being unable to understand him, as years of kitten huffing had done serious damage to his voice, rather then for refusing to testify against his fellow colleges.
uncyclopedia.org /wiki/Donald_Duck   (590 words)

  
 Donald Tsang wins Chief Executive election
Donald Tsang has won the third-term Chief Executive election, with 649 votes, or 84% of the total valid votes.
Mr Tsang said he appreciated the public's support and electors' votes, which acknowledge his political platform, laying a firm foundation for community consensus.
Mr Tsang praised Mr Leong for his participation in the election, which provided a venue to present their respective ideas of governance to the public.
www.news.gov.hk /en/category/administration/070325/html/070325en01002.htm   (372 words)

  
 The Epoch Times | Hong Kong's Tsang Seen Avoiding Key Issues in Policy Address   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Tsang, known in the local media simply as "bow-tie" for his signature sartorial flourish, has enjoyed robust public support, boosted in part by a recovering economy and his ability as a politician.
Tsang is also likely to underline Hong Kong's expanding role as a financial services hub for China and its wish to attract more Chinese companies to list here and to establish a yuan-denominated bond market in Hong Kong.
Tsang has said he still favoured a "big market, small government" approach but said the government needed to take a proactive role to keep up with rapid changes in China and the world.
www.theepochtimes.com /news/6-10-9/46826.html   (783 words)

  
 Donald Tsang Named New Hong Kong Leader (phillyBurbs.com) | Asia
Tsang, a policeman's son who didn't go to university, said Tuesday that he would listen closely to the public and that he had already gone into the "streets and alleyways" to hear the people's stories.
Donald Tsang and Hong Kong's government will definitely be able to lead all of Hong Kong's people in overcoming all difficulties.
Tsang sides with Beijing on the issue, but said Tuesday that a task force was considering political reforms for the 2007 leadership election.
www.phillyburbs.com /pb-dyn/news/90-06212005-505154.html   (596 words)

  
 Simon World :: Donald Tsang's bedroom eyes (Updated)
Mr Tsang said that while he was a devout Catholic, his work had not clashed with his conscience during his 30 years in the civil service.
Donald Tsang Yam-kuen has waded into the controversy over the age of consent for homosexuals, warning against what he called the "privatisation" of moral standards.
He did not come right out and say that certain homosexual activity under the age of 21, leaving aside any question of whether it endangers the fabric of society, is morally repugnant and that he therefore has the right to bring the full weight of government against it.
simonworld.mu.nu /archives/126603.php   (1724 words)

  
 No ballot for new Hong Kong chief | csmonitor.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Tsang is now the new chief executive without any election at all, pending a stamp of approval in Beijing that could come as early as this week.
Tsang, a devout Catholic and former chief aid to British governor Chris Patten, is a known quantity; he likely would have won in a real race.
Tsang refused to meet with Mary Lau, wife of journalist Ching Cheong, who was arrested in April and is being held in China on espionage charges.
www.csmonitor.com /2005/0620/p06s02-woap.html   (997 words)

  
 BBC NEWS | Asia-Pacific | Profile: Donald Tsang
A career civil servant and former deputy to Mr Tung, Mr Tsang is respected for his skills as an administrator, his calm demeanour and his strong financial acumen.
Mr Tsang, 62, was born in October 1944, the son of a Hong Kong police officer.
Mr Tsang was made a Knight of the British Empire just before the 1997 handover and many said he had been too close to Britain for Beijing to accept him.
news.bbc.co.uk /2/hi/asia-pacific/4335331.stm   (649 words)

  
 FOXNews.com - Donald Tsang Is New Hong Kong Leader - U.S. & World
Tsang said all the Cabinet members have asked to continue serving and that he would be the acting leader until a new one is elected on July 10.
Tsang, who is expected to run in the election, said the elected leader would serve until the next originally scheduled election in 2007.
Tsang is an ambitious political survivor who overcame serious handicaps as he climbed to the top.
www.foxnews.com /story/0,2933,150222,00.html   (918 words)

  
 CNN.com - Tsang: Not just any Chinese bureaucrat - Mar 10, 2005
Tsang doesn't fit the mould of Chinese bureaucrat, and it is not just the trademark bowties and long scarves he wraps around his neck.
The Harvard-educated Tsang is one of a handful of Hong Kongers who has received a knighthood -- for his service during British colonial rule.
Tsang has worked for the government for 38 years -- he has been the territory's treasury secretary, financial secretary, along with head of the civil service -- and has a reputation of being a pragmatist with a record of getting things done.
edition.cnn.com /2005/WORLD/asiapcf/03/10/hk.tsang   (545 words)

  
 Chief Executive - Biography
In 1977, Mr Tsang was attached to the Asian Development Bank in Manila for a year and worked on water supply and railway development projects in the Philippines and Bangladesh.
Mr Tsang became the Director-General of Trade between 1991 and 1993, and was responsible for all facets of trade negotiation and administration affecting Hong Kong.
Mr Tsang was educated in Hong Kong, holding a Master's degree in Public Administration from Harvard University.
www.ceo.gov.hk /eng/biography.htm   (485 words)

  
 Interview with Donald Tsang on Talk Asia - CNN.com
Donald Tsang feels responsible to both Beijing and Hong Kong people
This week, as China marks the 10th anniversary of its rule over Hong Kong, we speak with the territory's Chief Executive Donald Tsang and look back at this year's historic election.
AR: Donald Tsang, thank you very much indeed for sparing the time to speak to us today.
www.cnn.com /2007/WORLD/asiapcf/07/05/talkasia.tsang.script/index.html?eref=rss_latest   (3001 words)

  
 Bow-Tied Bureaucrat - TIME Asia Magazine, Mar. 21, 2005   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Tsang acted as a crucial bridge during Hong Kong's handover to China in 1997, and fought off currency speculators during the Asian financial crisis, postcolonial Hong Kong's first big challenge.
Tsang is a devout Roman Catholic—he was educated at a Jesuit school—and worships daily at St. Joseph's Church near his office.
Moreover, with Tsang at the helm, at least the façade is maintained of a Hong Kong person running Hong Kong—which is a cornerstone of "one country, two systems"—even if China's leaders actually call the shots.
www.time.com /time/asia/magazine/article/0,13673,501050321-1037699,00.html   (938 words)

  
 Simon World :: Donald Tsang's dictatorship
The Globe and Mail reports on Donald Tsang's visit to Vancouver, the first leg of his junket around America and Europe.
Tsang dismissed a suggestion that Beijing has been heavy-handed lately in its relations with Hong Kong....
Tsang refused to describe Beijing as a dictatorship.
simonworld.mu.nu /archives/128586.php   (649 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - China appoints veteran civil servant Donald Tsang as Hong Kong's next leader   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
HONG KONG (AP) — China's State Council on Tuesday appointed veteran civil servant Donald Tsang as Hong Kong's next leader, the official Xinhua News Agency said.
Tsang would begin his two-year term as chief executive on Tuesday, replacing Tung Chee-hwa, who quit in March citing failing health, Xinhua said in a brief report.
Tsang was widely believed to be favored by China because he has spent 38 years in public service and is better liked by the public.
www.usatoday.com /news/world/2005-06-21-hong-kong-leader_x.htm?csp=34   (289 words)

  
 BW Online | November 26, 2001 | Online Extra: Q&A with Hong Kong's Donald Tsang
And while Tsang's predecessor, Anson Chan, was concerned about preserving the sanctity of the "two systems," Tsang has put the emphasis on "one country" -- especially from an economic standpoint.
Still, Tsang and the government have lagged behind expectations, according to the public and the business community, which have grown increasingly impatient about border-crossing delays.
Tsang says the government is now committed to a round-the-clock open border, at least for passengers, but he stresses that increased hours would have to go hand in hand with increased demand.
www.businessweek.com /magazine/content/01_48/b3759148.htm   (1471 words)

  
 Donald Tsang Pledges Educational Aid to be Enhanced
Donald Tsang Pledges Educational Aid to be Enhanced
Hong Kong Chief Executive Donald Tsang pledged in his Policy Address that a 70 million HK dollar grant will be allocated to improve kindergarten facilities, and gifted students will also see enhanced educational aid.
Tsang said providing quality education for the next generation is an integral part of government support for the family.
en.chinabroadcast.cn /2946/2006/10/12/199@149546.htm   (366 words)

  
 Donald Tsang is a marvellous salesman at spacehunt.info   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Donald Tsang is a marvellous salesman at spacehunt.info
Tags: Article 45, democracy, Donald Tsang, Hong Kong, political reform, politics.
Really he is. By using prime time TV to address everybody, even people who were disinterested in political reform are now very clear of the issues involved in the debate.
www.spacehunt.info /2005/12/01/donald-tsang-is-a-marvellous-salesman   (117 words)

  
 Donald Tsang Yam Kuen - La Chine
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Donald Tsang Yam Kuen (曾蔭權 en chinois, né le 7 octobre 1944), est un homme politique hong-kongais.
Son frère cadet, Tsang Yam-pui, était policier de carrière et a été le chef de la police de Hong Kong jusqu'en décembre 2003.
www.chine-informations.com /mods/dossiers/donald-tsang-yam-kuen_1385.html   (305 words)

  
 Hong Kong: Roll Over, Adam Smith - Newsweek: International Editions - MSNBC.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Tsang, who last year took the helm as Hong Kong's second chief executive, warned of the blandishments of special interests eager to curry official favor—and pledged that, like Odysseus' crew, he would "put wax in my ears" so as not to be seduced by their songs.
On Sept. 11, Tsang suggested that Hong Kong's laissez-faire tradition was outdated.
But he said the policy was crafted "a long time ago" and claimed the government "had never said we'd made it a blueprint." Tsang's own writings and even Hong Kong's high-school textbooks speak otherwise.
www.msnbc.msn.com /id/15081805/site/newsweek   (481 words)

  
 Donald Tsang Is Donald Duck?
For Donald Tsang, he is a short guy, always wearing bow-tie.
He is certainly Donald Duck, though he may not be a cartoon character.
In his position of the CE of Hong Kong, he is certainly marinated (better known as mudslinging in politics) and roasted in the heat of politics.
bubbler.net /5A-pages/335192   (478 words)

  
 Donald Tsang sworn in as new Hong Kong leader - Forbes.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
Donald Tsang sworn in as new Hong Kong leader - Forbes.com
BEIJING (AFX) - Donald Tsang has officially taken over as Hong Kong's new leader, assuming the role for the next two years after taking an oath of office before Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao.
Wearing his trademark bow-tie, Tsang smiled and shook hands with Wen as he was handed his appointment letter framed in a plaque after his brief inauguration.
www.forbes.com /finance/feeds/afx/2005/06/23/afx2109670.html   (335 words)

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