Hong Kong Special Administration Region Chief Executive John Lee speaks during a press conference in the aftermath of a deadly fire in Hong Kong on Dec. 2, 2025. Ng Han Guan/AP PhotoHong Kong’s chief executive announced on Dec. 2 that a judge-led committee will investigate the cause of last month’s deadly apartment complex fire, after authorities said that materials used during renovation works at Wang Fuk Court had fueled the blaze.“In order to avoid similar tragedies again, I will set up a judge-led independent committee to examine the reason behind the cause and rapid spreading (of the fire) and related issues,” Hong Kong Special Administration Region Chief Executive John Lee told a news conference.
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