Lawmaker Doreen Kong Yuk-foon steps down from LegCo elections: sources

Doreen Kong Yuk-foon, a lawyer and Election Committee lawmaker known for her outspoken views on public issues, has decided not to seek re-election in Hong Kong’s upcoming Legislative Election, choosing instead to dedicate more time to her legal practice, according to sources.

As Hong Kong prepares for its Legislative Election with nominations set to begin on October 24, sources have stated that Doreen Kong Yuk-foon will not run again, marking the end of her tenure in the Legislative Council. 

Entering politics four years ago as a political novice, the lawyer quickly gained attention for her vocal advocacy on livelihood issues, though her candid approach occasionally sparked controversy. 

In August, she shared a lengthy social media post reflecting on her four-year term, expressing satisfaction with her contributions and hinting at a desire to serve the public in new ways outside her legislative role. 

When approached for further details, she noted that her decision was firm and that she would provide a full explanation during the final Legislative Council meeting on October 23.

 Her earlier reflections suggested a shift in focus toward her legal practice, aligning with her choice to step back from the election. 

Kong’s likely exit joins a broader wave of at least five lawmakers, including prominent veterans such as Legislative Council president Andrew Leung Kwan-yuen as well as lawmakers Chan Kin-por and Tommy Cheung Yu-yan, among many others, who are also opting out of the December 7 election, signaling a potential shift in Hong Kong’s political landscape.