Hong Kong and Macau Urged to Collaborate on Tourism, Not Compete
Officials and industry leaders in Macau have stated that Hong Kong and Macau should view each other as complementary partners rather than rivals in tourism development. This perspective aligns with Macau's long-standing efforts towards economic diversification. Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of the Macau Government Tourism Office, emphasized the historical cooperation between the two cities in attracting overseas visitors, advocating for the continuation of this collaborative relationship.
Hong Kong and Macau are encouraged to foster collaboration in tourism development, rather than engaging in competition, according to statements from officials and industry leaders in the gaming hub.
This approach is seen as integral to Macau's decades-long pursuit of economic diversification. Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, who serves as the Director of the Macau Government Tourism Office, highlighted the established history of the two cities working together to draw international visitors.
Fernandes suggested that this cooperative relationship should be further built upon, rather than viewing each other as competitors in the tourism market.
According to the South China Morning Post, these remarks were made ahead of an event.
