Hey everyone! 👋 Big moves in the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) political scene: Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai just tapped seven new members for the 8th Legislative Assembly. Here's the scoop…
The Legislative Assembly has 33 seats split into three groups:
- 14 directly elected by residents of Macao
- 12 indirectly elected by special sectors (like education, business, etc.)
- 7 appointed by the Chief Executive
After the Sept. 14 vote and official audit, the 14 direct and 12 indirect seats were confirmed. Now, with these seven appointees – Cheong Weng Chon, Lei Wun Kong, Kou Kam Fai, Chao Ka Chon, Lam Fat Iam, Wong Ka Lon, and Kou Ngon Seng – the Assembly is complete. 🗳️
Why it matters: This Assembly shapes local laws on everything from tech startups 🚀 to cultural festivals 🎉. Having a full team means smoother decisions on issues that affect young pros, like digital governance and social programs.
Stay tuned as these new voices get to work in the Macao SAR legislature. Got questions or want to know more about how you can engage? Drop a comment below! 💬
Reference(s):
Macao SAR chief executive appoints members to 8th Legislative Assembly
cgtn.com
