‘A pearl in the palm’
Xia Baolong, the nation’s top official for Macao affairs, heaped praise on the Special Administrative Region during his weeklong visit in May. He also laid out a roadmap for its continued success.
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Strengthening Sino-Lusophone ties at Forum Macao
When representatives from the 10-member forum met in person earlier this year for the first time in eight years they pledged to cooperate on a raft of new measures – spanning trade, aid, the environment and more.
President Xi Jinping praises Ho Iat Seng for pragmatic governance
As Macao approaches its 25th anniversary as a Special Administrative Region, Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng travelled to Beijing in December 2023 to present a detailed account of Macao’s developments over the past year to President Xi Jinping.
China’s astronauts drop in on Macao
Macao recently played host to a delegation of Chinese astronauts, here to inspire the next generation of space explorers and scientists. The illustrious guests were “deeply impressed” by their Macao compatriots’ enthusiasm for the wonders of the universe, reported the deputy head of the China Manned Space Agency.
Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng’s 2024 policy blueprint
Macao’s vision prioritises economic recovery, diversification, national security, infrastructure development and technological advancements.
Thirty years of Basic Law
Macao’s unique constitutional document was created seven years before the Special Administrative Region was established. It remains as relevant as ever 23 years on.
HKMAO director issues ‘requirements’ for Macao
On a visit to Macao, Xia Baolong praises progress in some areas – but notes there’s work to be done.
Macao-Hong Kong cooperation key to post-Covid future
The SARs’ chief executives met twice in March, describing their territories as China’s bridge to the world.
Ho Iat Seng meets with China’s leaders
Macao’s chief executive updated President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang on the city’s progress over 2022, and reaffirmed Macao’s commitment to “the Chinese dream of national rejuvenation” under the “One Country, Two Systems” principle.
Looking ahead on MSAR’s 23rd anniversary
There’s plenty of cause for optimism, says Ho Iat Seng. From the loosening of Covid-19 controls, to Macao’s economic diversification.