Macao–Shenzhen co-operation enters a new phase

Macao and Shenzhen have signed a number of agreements and memorandums to bolster bilateral co-operation on tourism, poultry inspection and quarantine and culture. The importance of these protocols were underlined by the presence of Macao's Chief Executive, Mr Edmund Ho Hau Wah, and the Mayor of Shenzhen, Mr Xu Zongheng, who held a meeting prior to the signing ceremony. Mr Xu also inaugurated the launch ceremony of a new container shipping route between Macao and Shenzhen. At a meeting this morning, both sides agreed to hold annual meetings in the future to step up co-operation strategically, starting with the Chief Executive visit to Shenzhen next year. Mr Ho said he believed that concerted efforts from the both sides would elevate bilateral co-operation in the future, adding that the agreements would benefit the overall development of the two cities and the livelihood of their citizens. Shenzhen had extensive experience in developing MICE and creative industry, and Macao could learn much from the city in hatching these businesses, Mr Ho added. Meeting the press after the session, Mr Xu described it as fruitful, adding that the two sides would continue to enhance co-operation in trading, finance, logistics, tourism, culture, poultry inspection and quarantine.