Former FEHD chief Ng to head Hongkong Post
Crhk · 5 SOURCESabout 1 hour ago2 MIN
Summary
The Hong Kong government said former Director of Food and Environmental Hygiene Ng Man-kit will become Postmaster General on September 26, taking over from Theresa Dai Shu-yee as she starts pre-retirement leave. Secretary for the Civil Service Ingrid Yeung Ho Poi-yan said Ng is a seasoned Administrative Officer with strong leadership and management abilities, and expressed confidence he will continue delivering professional and efficient services.
Key Points
- The appointment was announced by the government on August 28, with Ng Man-kit set to assume the post on September 26.
- Ng joined the Administrative Service in August 1995 and was promoted to Administrative Officer Staff Grade A in April this year
- He has served in multiple policy bureaux and departments, and most recently was the former Director of Food and Environmental Hygiene.
- Dai Shu-yee has served as Postmaster General since September 2021 and is now beginning pre-retirement leave after 38 years in public service.
- During Dai’s tenure, Hongkong Post recorded consecutive operating losses, with the 2024-25 deficit widening to HK$820 million, while a staffing change affecting more than 200 employees drew attention.
Why It Matters
Ng takes over as Hongkong Post is reviewing its operating model and managing public concern over staffing and finances. His administrative background means attention will now turn to whether the department can improve efficiency, service quality and its logistics business under new leadership.
Ng takes over as Hongkong Post is reviewing its operating model and managing public concern over staffing and finances. His administrative background means attention will now turn to whether the department can improve efficiency, service quality and its logistics business under new leadership.