Former security chief John Lee installed by China as Hong Kong leader

John Lee celebrates with his wife after declaring his victory in the chief executive election of Hong Kong (Kin Cheung/AP)

John Lee has been elected as Hong Kong’s next leader after winning more than 99% of votes cast by a largely pro-Beijing election committee.

Mr Lee received 1,416 votes in the chief executive election, far exceeding the 751 votes he needed to win and the highest support ever for the city’s top leadership position.