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Japan’s consulate in Hong Kong marks emperor’s birthday, but city officials absent

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Lo Hoi-yingFebruary 5, 2026 at 03:26 PM
Japan’s consulate in Hong Kong marks emperor’s birthday, but city officials absent
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Japan's consulate in Hong Kong held a reception to celebrate Emperor Naruhito's 66th birthday. Consul General Jun Miura acknowledged "steady progress" in Japan-Hong Kong relations at the event on Thursday. Notably absent were top Hong Kong officials who had attended previous celebrations. In prior years, high-ranking figures like the Deputy Financial Secretary, Chief Secretary, and justice minister were guests of honor. The absence of Hong Kong officials this year comes amid existing tensions between Tokyo and Beijing. Miura thanked attendees for their friendship, considering them "guests of honor."

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Beijing 30% Tokyo 40% Hong Kong ×250% Japan ×260% Emperor Naruhito 70% Jun Miura ×280%

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japan-hong kong relations 90% emperor's birthday 80% consulate 70% hong kong officials 60% jun miura 60% tokyo-beijing tensions 50% diplomacy 50%

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