President Xi Jinping held a pivotal meeting with Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai in Beijing on December 16, 2025, emphasizing strengthened collaboration amid global economic shifts. The discussion focused on maintaining Macao's stability as a global tourism hub and enhancing its role in China's 'dual circulation' economic strategy 🌐💼.
Xi praised Macao's post-pandemic recovery efforts, noting its 4.2% GDP growth this year – outperforming many Asian economies. Sam highlighted plans to diversify Macao's economy beyond gaming, with new investments in fintech and cultural tourism set to launch in early 2026 🚀🎡.
The meeting coincided with the 26th anniversary of Macao's return to China, with both leaders reaffirming commitments to youth development programs and cross-border innovation zones. Analysts suggest this dialogue signals Beijing's renewed focus on regional integration as global trade patterns evolve 📈🇲🇴.
