Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) hosted its annual national development forum at the Galaxy International Convention Center, drawing more than 800 participants from Macau and across mainland China and Hong Kong, as reported by Macao Daily.
The event, part of the company’s “National Education Series”, featured keynote speeches from prominent figures including Mr. Ho Ion Sang, Member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and Vice President of the Legislative Assembly of the Macau SAR; Mr. Kevin Ho King Lun, Deputy to the National People’s Congress from the Macau SAR and Galaxy Entertainment Chairman Francis Lui. The session was moderated by Dr. Davis Fong Ka Chio, Director and Professor of Commercial Gaming at the University of Macau.
Held in a hybrid format, the forum connected participants from Macau, Hong Kong, Hengqin, Shenzhen, Guangzhou and other regions, with highlights to be shared with more than 20,000 Galaxy team members through internal broadcasts. Students and teachers participating in the Galaxy Macau Cup – National Knowledge Competition also attended as part of the initiative’s educational outreach.
Speakers emphasized Macau’s continued efforts to advance its “1+4” economic diversification strategy, positioning integrated tourism as a core pillar while expanding into emerging industries. Ho highlighted the importance of strengthening Macau’s tourism brand and enhancing competitiveness amid regional competition, particularly in alignment with China’s upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan.
Ho underscored the need for Macau to align its development plans with the broader national strategy and deepen collaboration with Hong Kong and Guangdong to enhance the competitiveness of the Greater Bay Area.
Lui added that Galaxy will continue leveraging technology, cultural tourism and regional integration opportunities, including those within the Hengqin cooperation zone, to support Macau’s long-term high-quality development.
GEG said the initiative reflects its commitment to supporting Macau’s sustainable and diversified economic development
