That doesn’t seem normal. That being said, just how efficient is Hong Kong’s new and improved political system to begin with? Coordinating dates on a calendar shouldn’t be that difficult. Perhaps this information is only privy to some? Surely it’s in the public’s interest to know what their leaders are planning, and when, unless the policy address is only meant for an audience inside the Legco chamber.

Moreover, Legco elections are happening soon. Candidates will have to engage with the public and listen to their views, given that some seats will be chosen by popular vote.

Election Committee lawmaker Simon Hoey Lee has said that checks and balances are still in place thanks to frequent, healthy exchanges between legislators and the executive branch. Lee likens the new and improved process to how corporations work, “with consensus achieved before voting at the chamber meetings”.