New Year Message | Joint effort to heighten Macau’s economic competitiveness

The Chief Executive, Chui Sai On, has promised to boost the city’s economic competitiveness with the assistance of local residents. In his New Year Message delivered on Thursday, Mr Chui stated that the government would increase its efforts to create favorable conditions for living and working, as well as in the areas of transport, travel and entertainment.
He believed that participating in the nation’s development strategies would be one of the most effective ways for Macau to expand its economy and could also contribute to the improvement of the livelihood of its citizens.  Another factor that could positively impact Macau’s economic development is for the city to use its distinctive advantages such as the “Belt and Road” Initiative to inform policies for national advancement. Chui also said that improvements can be made to the effectiveness and efficiency of the public administration. The policies of “One country, two systems”, “Macau people governing Macau” and a high level of autonomy will continue to be implemented in the region.
Stating that 2015 was a remarkable period for Macau, Chui said that his cabinet would work hard to maintain the people’s welfare, protect public finances and commit to the government’s investment proposals. He added that his administration is determined to pursue long-­term mechanisms for social security, healthcare, housing, and education. The Chief Executive believes that the achievements and development of Macau were attributable to the full support received from both residents and public servants.