Journalists from Macao’s public broadcasting service must toe the line or face the sack.
Politics
The official campaign for 22 seats kicks off in August, but candidates must prove themselves before being allowed to stand.
Official statements set out Beijing’s mood in the light of events in Hong Kong and the run-up to Macao’s Legislative Assembly elections in September.
High degree of autonomy promised yet Beijing looks to “improve” systems in Macao and Hong Kong.
Alvis Lo – who has fronted Covid-19 press conferences – takes over as head of the Health Bureau as the former director moves to a specialist role.
The forecast is set fair for Fong who gets to keep his good reputation – and his MOP 80,000 monthly pension – after a lengthy court battle.
Alvis Lo Iek Long will replace Lei Chin Ion as director of the Health Bureau early next month.
Non-establishment lawmaker Au Kam San said that the legislature couldn’t do much because of “limitations of the political system.”
Macao has done well over the past two decades, especially in its battle to prevent and contain Covid-19, says commissioner.