Chief Executive CY Leung today expressed his sadness at the passing of the Most Venerable Kok Kwong, and extended condolences to his family on behalf of the Government.

Mr Leung said the Most Venerable Kok Kwong had made tremendous contributions in promoting Buddhism, providing charitable services and enhancing social harmony.

Over the years, he had served in various key positions including as a member of the Basic Law Drafting Committee and the Preparatory Committee for the HKSAR, as well as a Hong Kong Affairs Adviser.

Also paying tribute today was Secretary for Home Affairs Tsang Tak-sing, who said that as the founder and President of the Hong Kong Buddhist Association, the Most Venerable Kok Kwong had made exemplary efforts in promoting Buddhism, Chinese Buddhism, as well as arts and culture for more than 50 years, while also uniting the Buddhist community and enhancing co-operation with other religious organisations.

While Secretary for Education Eddie Ng said the Most Venerable Kok Kwongs commitment and contribution to the long-term development of education in Hong Kong will be remembered.

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