Patriotism is a core social value. The national flag flies high at all levels of educational institutions in Macao, from primary schools to colleges and universities.

In September, meeting with the newly elected fifth-term chief executive of the Macao SAR Ho Iat Seng in Beijing, Xi said "one country, two systems" has proven to be workable and enjoys popular support.

Macao has shown the world a successful practice of "one country, two systems" with Macao characteristics, Xi said.

TOGETHER FOR BRIGHTER FUTURE

People in Macao know that the future of Macao and the mainland are closely linked together.

Xi also spoke of the common progress and shared development between Macao and the mainland when he met with Chui in Beijing in December 2013.

On the one hand, Macao is expected to play its unique role and actively participate in the country's initiatives such as the BRI. On the other hand, key measures have been rolled out to support Macao's development.

The 19th CPC National Congress report, for example, mentioned giving priority to the development of the GBA, cooperation between Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao, and regional cooperation in the pan-Pearl River Delta.

The outline development plan for the GBA designates Macao as one of the four core cities in the bay area, along with Hong Kong, Guangzhou and Shenzhen.

Hengqin in the city of Zhuhai is being developed as a model zone for Guangdong-Macao cooperation.

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