🗳️ The Macao SAR just wrapped up its Legislative Assembly elections and the early results are here: 26 candidates have been preliminarily elected to the eighth Legislative Assembly!
Voting kicked off at 9 a.m. and continued until 9 p.m. on Sunday, with a buzz across the region as residents cast their ballots in a process marked by fairness and transparency. The new Assembly will have 33 members in total: 14 directly elected, 12 indirectly elected, and 7 appointed by the chief executive.
Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai congratulated all newly elected members and thanked voters for their participation. He praised the Electoral Affairs Commission and civil servants for ensuring a smooth and clean election environment. 🎉
This election is a milestone: it is the first under the amended Legislative Assembly Election Law, designed to strengthen the "patriots administering Macao" principle within the legal framework. It also aligns with "One Country, Two Systems," safeguarding the constitutional order under China's constitution and the Basic Law of the Macao SAR.
Appointed members will be named by the chief executive within 15 days of final results, completing the 33-seat Assembly. Each term lasts four years, and this fresh lineup will soon begin work on promoting economic growth, improving living standards, and shaping Macao's future. 🚀
With this vote, the Macao SAR reinforces its high degree of autonomy and sets the stage for steady progress. Whether you're a student, investor, or traveler planning your next trip, these results signal exciting times ahead. Stay tuned! 👀
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26 elected as new legislators of Macao SAR, preliminary results show
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