Jordan Restriction-Testing Declaration
The Government imposes a restriction-testing declaration in part of Jordan, requiring residents in the designated area to remain inside and undergo compulsory testing.
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
2021 in Hong Kong
Explore 15 historical events and records for Hong Kong in 2021.
Historical records for Hong Kong in 2021
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January
February
Vaccination Programme Arrangements Announced
The Government announces detailed arrangements for priority groups to begin receiving COVID-19 vaccinations through community centres, clinics and participating doctors.
COVID-19 Vaccination Programme Launched
Hong Kong formally launches its public COVID-19 vaccination programme, initially offering doses to priority groups through designated centres and clinics.
March
NPC Electoral Reform Decision Welcomed
Lam welcomes the National People's Congress decision to change Hong Kong's electoral system and implement the principle of patriots administering Hong Kong.
Basic Law Electoral Annexes Amended
Lam welcomes amendments to Annexes I and II of the Basic Law that substantially restructure the Chief Executive and Legislative Council election systems.
April
Electoral Reform Bill Gazetted
The Government gazettes legislation to implement the revised electoral arrangements mandated by the National People's Congress and its Standing Committee.
New Direction in Pandemic Strategy
Lam announces a revised pandemic strategy linking gradual reopening and restoration of normal activity with vaccination progress and continued infection controls.
May
Public Offices Oath Ordinance Signed
Lam signs legislation extending and clarifying oath-taking and allegiance requirements for public officers, including District Council members.
Electoral Reform Bill Passed
Lam welcomes Legislative Council passage of legislation implementing the restructured electoral system and new candidate eligibility arrangements.
Electoral Reform Ordinance Signed
Lam signs the electoral reform ordinance, completing the local legislative process required to implement the redesigned election framework.
September
District Council Oath-Taking Begins
The Government begins administering statutory oaths to District Council members under the new legal requirements for public officers.
Election Committee Poll Held
Hong Kong holds the first Election Committee subsector poll under the revised electoral system, with the committee gaining expanded constitutional functions.
District Council Oaths Declared Invalid
The Government confirms that ten District Council members took invalid oaths after reviewing their submissions under the revised allegiance requirements.
October
Northern Metropolis Plan Unveiled
Lam unveils the Northern Metropolis development strategy in her Policy Address, proposing major housing, infrastructure and economic expansion in the New Territories.
December
Legislative Council Election under New System
Hong Kong holds its first Legislative Council general election under the restructured electoral system introduced earlier in the year.
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