On Friday, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a significant address at a ceremony marking the 25th anniversary of Macao’s return to China. The event also celebrated the inauguration of the sixth-term government of the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR).
President Xi highlighted Macao’s remarkable achievements over the past quarter-century under the ‘one country, two systems’ framework. He commended the resilience and unity of the Macao residents in fostering economic growth, social harmony, and cultural prosperity.
‘The successful practice of “one country, two systems” in Macao has proven to be the best institutional arrangement to ensure long-term prosperity and stability after its return to the motherland,’ President Xi stated.
He expressed confidence in the newly inaugurated sixth-term government, urging them to continue advancing Macao’s development and integrating it further into the nation’s overall progress.
The ceremony was attended by dignitaries from across the region, reflecting Macao’s vibrant role as a bridge between China and the world. The new government vowed to uphold the principles laid out by President Xi and to work diligently for the well-being of Macao’s residents.
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