Hongkongers can observe first open meeting of committee probing Tai Po fire

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Connor MycroftJanuary 20, 2026 at 12:05 PM

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An independent committee investigating the deadly Tai Po fire in Hong Kong will hold its first open meeting on February 5th at the City Gallery in Central. The meeting, termed a "direction conference," will be chaired by Justice David Lok Kai-hong. The purpose is to establish the framework for future hearings, including identifying participating parties, determining the language to be used, and outlining procedures for submitting evidence. The committee clarified that no evidence will be presented, nor will any witnesses be examined during this initial conference. The public is invited to observe the meeting.

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