On February 28, 2002 (January 17, 2002), the election of the second Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region was successfully concluded. On February 28, 2002, the election of the second Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region was successfully concluded. The incumbent Chief Executive, Tung Kin-wah, who was running for re-election, became the only candidate who was validly nominated and was automatically elected as the second Chief Executive-designate of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The approval rate of the Election Committee members reached 90%. Tung Jianhua immediately made a brief speech. He said: "I look forward to the appointment of the Central Government and continue to serve Hong Kong and the people with my loyalty, wisdom and firm belief."