In a significant meeting on Wednesday, President Xi Jinping met with Ho Iat Seng, the Chief Executive of Macao SAR. President Xi commended Ho for rising to challenges and delivering remarkable results over the past five years.
Under Ho's leadership, the Macao SAR government has united all sectors of society, steadfastly implementing the \"One Country, Two Systems\" principle. This approach has safeguarded national sovereignty, security, and development interests, while also overcoming the severe challenges posed by COVID-19. President Xi highlighted the progress in diversifying the economy and the consolidation of prosperity and stability in Macao.
President Xi expressed the central government's affirmation of Ho and the SAR government's efforts. He encouraged Ho to continue supporting the new Chief Executive and government in their lawful administration, contributing further to the development of Macao and the broader country.
Ho Iat Seng extended a warm welcome to President Xi and his wife Peng Liyuan during the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to China and the inauguration of the sixth-term government. He thanked President Xi and the central government for their trust and support, which have been instrumental in Macao's response to COVID-19 and its subsequent growth.
Ho assured his continued commitment to supporting the new SAR government and advancing the development of Macao and the country.
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