Ho Iat Seng also pledges support for the community’s unique traditions and thanks Macanese for their support during the difficult years of the pandemic.
Politics
Cultural and other ties to Portugal said to feature prominently on Ho’s agenda.
Regina Ip Lau Suk-yee expresses admiration for Macao tourism’s rapid recovery in wake of pandemic.
Chief Executive expresses ‘heartfelt gratitude’ towards all people in Macao and all community sectors for their support during city’s Covid-19 outbreaks and economic downturn.
Health Bureau Director Alvis Lo Iek Long, who led fight against Covid-19, and Ho Hoi Kei, daughter of Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng, head list of new members.
Ho Iat Seng thanks Macao’s religious communities for ‘immense work and commitment’ in supporting and city’s residents overcome difficult times during pandemic.
Santos replaces former social affairs and culture secretary Alexis Tam, who retires after 33 years in civil service.
Chief Executive also hopes Macao people will gradually adapt to post-pandemic life, do their best to protect themselves and work together to resume fully normal economic and social activities.
Medical supplies adequate and sufficient hospital beds available in case of need, chief executive states.