Erick Tsang Kwok-wai has resigned as Hong Kong’s secretary for constitutional and mainland affairs, saying he is suffering from prostate cancer and cannot cope with the heavy workload.
Shortly after the State Council’s announcement, city leader John Lee Ka-chiu dismissed speculation about further departures of principal officials.
He said his cabinet had fulfilled its duties and “shared his philosophy”, adding that he would not comment further on his team until the investigation into the Tai Po…