Wang Fuk Court administrator to hold online meetings with displaced residents

Following the devastating fire at Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court estate last November, the government-appointed administrator Hop On Management Company announced two online meetings for displaced residents. The Zoom sessions are scheduled from 7pm to 9pm next Tuesday and from 2pm to 4pm on May 20. Participation is restricted to a maximum of two owners or representatives per flat on a first-come, first-served basis. The announcement also strictly prohibits audio recording, photography, and any distribution of meeting content without prior authorization. Registered owners will receive a confirmation text message with the Zoom password.

Residents, including 65-year-old Jason Kong of Wang Yan House, have criticized the virtual format, arguing that in-person meetings are necessary given the many unresolved issues. The announcement comes after 240 flat owners threatened legal action through a petition. Displaced residents are demanding transparency on estate finances, insurance claims, and renovation contracts. Many feel the online format limits their ability to ask questions and hold administrators accountable, especially for those less familiar with digital tools.