The Handover of Hong Kong was the transfer of sovereignty over the British Crown Colony of Hong Kong from the United Kingdom to the People's Republic of China on July 1, 1997. The event marked the end of 156 years of British colonial rule and the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People's Republic of China.

The handover ceremony was held at the former British military base, the Flagstaff House, in Central Hong Kong. The ceremony was attended by representatives of the United Kingdom, China, and the Hong Kong government, as well as other dignitaries and members of the public. Chinese President Jiang Zemin and British Prime Minister Tony Blair gave speeches in which they expressed the hope that the handover would mark the start of a new era of peace and prosperity in the region.

The handover ceremony was followed by a number of official events, including a parade, fireworks, and a reception at Government House. In the days leading up to the handover, the British flag was lowered and replaced with the flag of the People's Republic of China.

The Handover of Hong Kong marked a major milestone in the history of Hong Kong and China. After the handover, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region was established, granting the region its own governing body, laws, and limited autonomy. The handover has been seen as a success, with Hong Kong maintaining its own economic system, culture, and way of life while still retaining close ties to mainland China. The transfer was marked by a handover ceremony attended by Charles III (then the Prince of Wales) and was broadcast around the world, signifying the definitive end of the British Empire.