India, Sept. 20 -- Relations between China and Hong Kong have been increasingly tense this year. But this afternoon, all differences were seemingly put on hold to give a grand funeral to Tung Chee-Hwa, Hong Kong's first post colonial leader. The pioneering politician passed away at the age of 89 earlier this month.

Tung Chee-Hwa Laid to Rest in Hong Kong After State Funeral

Politician and businessman Tung Chee-Hwa received a grand state funeral in Hong Kong this afternoon. After the funeral, attended by high ranking dignitaries from both China and Hong Kong, the pioneering leader was finally laid to rest.

The ceremony happened at the Hong Kong Funeral Home Point, and many from the public also gathered to pay tribute. Notably, today's e...