On October 15th, amidst widespread rumors circulating online about the passing of Hong Kong’s wealthiest man Li Ka-shing, his company Cheung Kong Group responded saying “there is absolutely no truth to it.”
Today, October 15th, rumors of Li Ka-shing’s passing at the age of 98 spread across platforms such as Weibo and others, citing a report from Hong Kong’s “Ta Kung Pao.”
According to mainland China’s “The Paper” on October 15th, there were rumors of the 98-year-old Li Ka-shing’s death. In response, an insider from Cheung Kong Group stated, “There is absolutely no truth to it.”
At noon on October 15th, Cheung Kong Group issued a statement regarding the aforementioned rumors. It addressed the misinformation circulating on mainland China’s social media platforms claiming that Hong Kong’s “Ta Kung Pao” reported the passing of the senior advisor of the group, Li Ka-shing. The statement emphasized that “there is absolutely no truth to it.”
The statement also mentioned the group’s strong condemnation of the deliberate fabrication of false news by certain media for sensationalism and ill-intent. It expressed disappointment in media outlets for circulating unverified fake news. The statement called on media and individuals from all sectors to verify the accuracy of content before publishing or sharing.
Li Ka-shing, the founder of the CK Hutchison Holdings, retired in 2018, handing over the reins to his elder son Victor Li. He currently serves as a senior advisor to both companies. According to CK Hutchison’s records, Li Ka-shing assumed the role of senior advisor on May 10, 2018.
Since his retirement, Li Ka-shing has kept a low profile. Li Ka-shing Foundation released a photo of him on May 20th this year, showing him in a white long-sleeved shirt, wearing a black vest while riding an electric scooter at the Peak in Hong Kong, enjoying the view of Victoria Harbour.
A public relations officer from Cheung Kong Group informed “ND News Channel” that Li Ka-shing has not made any public appearances or comments about future plans.