This week, Macao SAR Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai delivered his 2026 Policy Address at the Legislative Assembly, setting a bold roadmap for the region’s next chapter. He emphasized the need to balance short-term recovery with long-term vision as Macao navigates a changing economic landscape. ✨
Here’s what’s on the menu for 2026:
- Administrative Reform: Streamlining processes and boosting governance efficiency. ⚙️
- Economic Diversification: Building new industries beyond tourism and gaming. 💼
- People’s Livelihoods: Improving social services, housing and healthcare. 🏥🏘️
- National Integration: Deepening ties with the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin. 🤝
Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai pointed out that revitalizing existing resources and encouraging fresh growth must go hand in hand, ensuring that economic gains translate into real benefits for residents of Macao. The plan also calls for positive GDP growth, a friendlier business environment, and new momentum from closer coordination with Hengqin.
Looking ahead, the government will push legal and administrative reforms, strengthen governance capacity, and keep national security firmly in place. All this aims to drive high-quality, sustainable development and make sure Macao shines on the national stage. 🌟
With these initiatives, 2026 promises to be a year of transformation for Macao SAR, showcasing a commitment to innovation, inclusivity and integration.
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Macao SAR to speed up reform, diversification in 2026: chief executive
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