Macau’s six integrated resorts (IR) operators have each extended their support for relief and post-disaster efforts in the mudslide-stricken Gyirong County, Xigaze, Xizang Autonomous Region.
The donation totals 40 million patacas, with Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG)* and Sands China having each donated 10 million patacas, while Melco Resorts & Entertainment, SJM Resorts, MGM, and Wynn have each donated five million patacas.
All donations were remitted by the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Macao SAR.
Moreover, each operator had sent out messages in separate statements, expressing their sympathies and solidarity for all those affected by the tragedy.
Sands China
Sands China Executive Vice Chairman Wilfred Wong Ying Wai said in a statement that the company hopes to “play our part through this donation, by supporting emergency relief operations, the resettlement of affected residents, and post-disaster reconstruction efforts. Through these actions, we aim to provide immediate assistance to those impacted and stand in solidarity with the local communities. We sincerely wish all those affected a swift recovery and a return to normal life. We are confident that, under the strong leadership of the nation and with the unwavering care and support of all sectors of society, the affected communities will overcome these challenges, rebuild their homes and livelihoods, and emerge stronger with renewed hope for the future.”
Melco Resorts & Entertainment
Melco Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Lawrence Ho Yau-lung said in a statement: “As a Macau based company, Melco has always actively fulfilled its corporate social responsibility and responded to the needs of the country. By putting the spirit of mutual support into practice through concrete actions, we hope this donation will bring practical help to the affected area. Melco will continue to closely monitor the recovery progress and work alongside all sectors of society to contribute to the development of the disaster-stricken area and the well-being of the affected families.”
SJM Resorts
SJM Resorts Managing Director Daisy Ho Chiu Fung said in a statement: “As a patriotic enterprise with deep roots in Macau for more than 60 years, SJM has always paid close attention to the nation’s development and social needs. In the face of this disaster, we hope that our donation will help support ongoing relief and recovery efforts. We extend our deepest sympathies to those impacted by the disaster and our highest respect to all frontline personnel involved in the rescue operations. We sincerely wish those affected a swift recovery and a return to normal life.”
MGM
In a statement, MGM China Holdings Limited Chairperson and Executive Director Pansy Ho Chiu King said: “Through this contribution, we extend our deepest condolences to the victims, our heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families and affected residents, and our highest respect and gratitude to the frontline rescue workers for their tireless efforts”.
“We firmly believe that, under the leadership of the Central Government and the Xizang Autonomous Region Government, the affected area and people will overcome these challenges and gradually rebuild their lives and livelihoods.”
Wynn Macau
Wynn Macau, Limited Vice Chairman and Executive Director Linda Chen Chih Ling said in a statement: “We hope this donation will provide meaningful support for ongoing relief, resettlement, and reconstruction efforts, helping affected residents through this difficult period. We also extend our highest respect and gratitude to everyone working tirelessly on the front lines of the rescue operation. Wynn sincerely wishes for the smooth progress of all rescue and recovery efforts so that the affected residents can rebuild their lives and communities as soon as possible”.
*https://www.macaupostdaily.com/news/29279 (earlier statement by Galaxy Entertainment Group)
