Apr 9, 1997

Sponsor: NED

1997 NED Democracy Award honors Heroes of Human Rights and Democracy in Hong Kong

On April 9, the National Endowment for Democracy honored the heroic efforts of Martin C.M. Lee, founder and chairman of Hong Kong's first political party.  Mr. Lee, a member of the now-dissolved elected Legislative Council, has vigorously supported freedom of the press, full democratic elections, the rule of law, and human rights. He was instrumental in the passage of Hong Kong's Bill of Rights and has been unyielding in his defense of the principle of "one country, two systems.

Hundreds attended the ceremony to honor Mr. Lee's accomplishments.  Those who addressed the group spoke in a common voice in praise and admiration for the tireless democratic activist.