Hong Kong leader urges media to counter 'falsehoods', boost mainland PR

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee called on local media to 'safeguard the truth' and act as 'spokespeople' for mainland China and Hong Kong, signaling continued tightening of official expectations for press conduct. The remarks, made at a PRC anniversary event, reinforce the government's push for media alignment with Beijing's narrative, though no new legal measures were announced. This reflects ongoing state-led efforts to shape media discourse in Hong Kong.