Leung Chun-ying
Awards & Honours
3
Awards Won
5
Honours
2
Records
Leung's honours reflect his long service to Hong Kong and China. The Grand Bauhinia Medal is the highest distinction in the SAR, and his two Cambodian royal orders underscore his international diplomatic contributions. His honorary doctorates from City University of Hong Kong and Macau University of Science and Technology recognise his impact on public service and education.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Grand Bauhinia Medal
Highest honour under the SAR honours system, for distinguished service.
Knight Grand Officer of the Royal Order of Monisaraphon
For contributions to healthcare cooperation between China and Cambodia.
Knight Commander of the Royal Order of Monisaraphon
Earlier honour for contributions to healthcare cooperation.
Honorary Doctor of Social Science
Recognising his contributions to public service.
Honorary Doctorate
Awarded for his achievements in politics and surveying.
Records & Feats
First Chief Executive of Hong Kong to decline a second term
Announced in December 2016 that he would not seek re-election.
First surveyor to become Chief Executive of Hong Kong
Broke the tradition of career civil servants or lawyers holding the office.