Hong Kong chief John Lee’s $690,000 salary beats Joe Biden’s pay. But he is not the richest paid politician
Lee is among the richest paid politicians
According to his office, the former security chief, who assumed office in July, is being paid $690,000 per year. He will also receive an entertainment allowance of over $10,000 as well, his office told AFP on Wednesday. It is unclear whether Lee receives his salary in cash.
Lee's salary more than predecessor Lam
John Lee's salary is a major step up from that of his predecessor Carrie Lam, who used to earn around $54,000 a month.
Lam is subjected to sanctions by the United States for her role in China's ongoing crackdown on freedoms in the city. She once revealed she had "piles of cash" at home as she was denied banking services due to the US sanctions.
US President Joe Biden
US President Joe Biden
The highest paid politician is Singapore's Loong
Lee is second only to Singaporean leader Lee Hsien Loong, who nets around $1.6 million a year.
Hong Kong is losing its population
Hong Kong is losing its population
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