LAM Shan-muk, founder of the Hong Kong Economic Journal, recently passed away, and Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU) extends its deepest condolences. In 2011, HKSYU conferred upon Mr LAM Shan-muk the degree of Doctor of Social Sciences to recognise his 24 years of writing the editorial column “Short Political and Economic Review” for the Hong Kong Economic Journal.

He brought his unique perspective, insight and penetrating analysis to bear in a wide-ranging critique of Hong Kong and global economic and political affairs. Over his long writing career, Dr LAM often expressed divergent opinions and spoke truths that were not always met with a favourable response, but this unstinting forthrightness won him deep respect and high standing among his fellow critics and social commentators. He had a profound impact on Hong Kong political circles as well as on a whole generation of intellectuals.

HKSYU is deeply saddened by the passing of Dr LAM, and trusts that his spirit and exemplary character will forever remain in the hearts of the Shue Yan community.