President Xi Jinping stepped into the spotlight at a glittering welcome banquet in Macao SAR, commemorating 25 years since the region's return to China. The event buzzed with hybrid cultural vibes – think Portuguese-inspired decor meets Cantonese culinary flair – reflecting Macao's unique identity under the 'One Country, Two Systems' principle.
While no major policy announcements dropped, insiders note the celebration highlighted Macao's economic resilience. Since 1999, the region's GDP has multiplied by 5x, with tourism roaring back post-pandemic. Xi emphasized cross-regional cooperation, signaling potential new opportunities for young entrepreneurs eyeing the Greater Bay Area.
Fun fact for culture lovers: Macao's street art scene is exploding! Visitors can now spot murals blending Chinese ink painting styles with Western graffiti techniques – a visual metaphor for this anniversary's 'unity in diversity' theme.
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