Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai yesterday called on the officials of the Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR) Government to fully integrate the spirit of President Xi Jinping’s important speech into all aspects of their work, while remaining confident, forging ahead, seizing opportunities, and fulfilling their responsibilities, according to a statement by the Macao Government Information Bureau (GCS) last night.
The “One Country, Two Systems” principle, “Macao people governing Macao”, and a high degree of autonomy must be implemented fully, accurately, and unswervingly, as Macao strives to open a new chapter of high-quality development for the “One Country, Two Systems” principle.
Sam made the remarks at a symposium at Government Headquarters, where he led principal officials and bureau-level officials in the study and implementation of President Xi’s important speech, delivered at a gathering marking the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC), at the Great Hall of the People on July 1 in Beijing.
Yesterday’s symposium was held under the theme: “Studying and implementing the spirit of President Xi Jinping’s important speech, opening new perspectives for high-quality development in the ‘One Country, Two Systems’ endeavour”.
Sam said that President Xi’s speech comprehensively reviewed the CPC’s 105-year glorious journey and great achievements in uniting and leading the Chinese people. It profoundly revealed six outstanding qualities and key factors behind the CPC’s enduring success, set out five clear requirements for remaining confident and forging ahead on the new journey, and called for the creation of new historic achievements.
Sam stressed that President Xi's speech provided clear direction and guidance for fulfilling the Party’s missions in the new era and had significant value as a guide for advancing the high-quality development of the “One Country, Two Systems” principle.
Sam added that the section of the speech concerning the MSAR provided a profound assessment, set out a strategic direction, and offered clear guidance on enriching and improving the implementation of the “One Country, Two Systems” principle under the present circumstances.
Sam said the speech had once again fully reflected President Xi’s great care, strong support for, and trust in the MSAR. It would greatly boost morale and confidence, and strengthen Macao’s determination to advance all aspects of its development. He added that, under the strong leadership of the Party and with the motherland’s firm support, the successful implementation of the “One Country, Two Systems” principle in Macao would continue through the joint efforts of the MSAR Government and all sectors of Macao society.
The MSAR Government will continue working with all sectors of Macao society to promote the widespread, in-depth, and sustained study and implementation of the spirit of President Xi’s speech, through approaches that are diverse, reflect the grassroots, and are effective. Studying, promoting, and implementing the content of the speech should be treated as a key task—enhancing understanding, upholding Macao’s fundamental aspirations, and further strengthening national identity and patriotism among Macao residents. This would help consolidate across local society a consensus on reform and developmental synergy, Sam added.
In order to promote Macao’s long-term prosperity and stability, Sam shared insights into several key takeaways from the speech, which also serve as political and work directives for MSAR Government officials.
Four key takeaways
First, firmly uphold the leadership of the CPC and fully and accurately implement the “One Country, Two Systems” principle.
Second, better integrate into and serve the overall national development agenda, and actively contribute to the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
Third, adhere to a people-centred development philosophy by embodying a people-centred approach to governance.
Fourth, strengthen the MSAR Government’s capabilities to respond effectively to risks and challenges.
Sam urged all Macao Government entities to actively and earnestly support the current administration’s comprehensive reform and development agenda in major legislation, public administration, and governance capacity.
He emphasised the need to uphold and improve the executive-led system, further safeguarding Macao’s political structure. This, Sam stressed, is characterised by executive leadership; legislative and executive branches fulfilling their duties in accordance with the law while supporting each other; and an independent judiciary. By combining law-based governance with a strong sense of accountability, the MSAR will work together to build efficient, effective, and service-oriented governance.
Meanwhile, the MSAR Government must unswervingly safeguard high-quality development with high-level security. It should strengthen risk assessment, deploy preventive measures at an early stage, and respond appropriately to emerging or trend-based issues and potential risks in Macao society, ensuring that overall social harmony and stability are consistently maintained.
Sam particularly mentioned that President Xi has always valued, cared for, and supported young people. All MSAR Government entities, together with civil society at large, must create better conditions for the growth, development, and aspirations of Macao’s younger generation. The MSAR Government must encourage and support young people to become capable builders and successors of the “One Country, Two Systems” cause, sharing the historical responsibility for national rejuvenation and the great glory of national prosperity alongside all the people in the motherland.
According to the statement, the symposium was attended by over 70 participants, including the MSAR Government’s principal officials well as the principal officials’ chiefs-of-office and all bureau-level leaders.
The MSAR Government consists of bureaus, which comprise departments and divisions, as well as other public entities.
N.B. The English-language text provided by GCS has been edited by The Macau Post Daily, including minor addenda such as subheading and bold type.
Macao SAR Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai addresses yesterday's symposium on the important speech held by President Xi Jinping in Beijing on July 1. - Photo: GCS
