Former judge Sam Hou Fai has been elected as the Chief Executive of Macau, securing an overwhelming 394 out of 398 votes cast in the election held on Sunday.
In a press conference following his election, Sam acknowledged the substantial support Macau receives from Mainland China.
He stated: "Whenever Macau faces difficulties, the country is always there to lend a helping hand.”
He cited various challenges, including the financial crisis, SARS outbreak and Covid-19 pandemic, all of which were met with significant backing from the central government.
He also noted that during the recent October Golden Week, Macau welcomed approximately 900,000 visitors, with 83 per cent being from the mainland, greatly contributing to the local economy and aiding in post-pandemic recovery.
Source: Asia Gaming Brief
