Chief Executive Fernando Chui Sai On said yesterday that the government would consider building social, cultural, sports and recreation facilities on the plot of land currently leased by Macau Yat Yuen Canidrome Co. Ltd. for its controversial greyhound races, according to a statement by the Office of the Chief Executive (GCE).
The government announced in July last year that the company will have to shut down the racetrack within two years. The government also said the operator would need to find another location if it wants to continue greyhound racing. Animal protection activists have called for a total of the “cruel” dog races in Macau.
The government’s decision means that the company has to shut down the racetrack in Fai Chi Kei before July 21 next year.
Workers’ Children High School Vice Principal Lam Lon Wai speaks to reporters outside Government Headquarters after a closed-door meeting with Chief Executive Fernando Chui Sai On yesterday. Photo: MPDG
