Economy

Macao chief executive pledges policies for middle class

(Xinhua)
Updated: 2011-05-26 13:46

MACAO -- Chief Executive of Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) Chui Sai On has pledged to focus more on middle class living standards in the second half of the year, the Macao Daily Times reported on Thursday.

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Chui made the remarks as he met with Macao Scholars Association Wednesday to listen to their views and suggestions about social topics.

The participants showed concerns on matters related to Macao's middle class, as well as regional cooperation and the development of Hengqin Island, economic development, housing policies, social security and education, said the report.

In a press statement released after the meeting, Chui assured that the government will draw additional policies geared toward the middle class within this year.

Besides, he said the government will continue to listen to the views of society regarding the creation of a housing system best suited in addition to career promotion, professional training, benefits and social security among others benefits.

Last month, the Administration announced it will spend over 311.7 million patacas ($38.96 million) in support of several social measures to the poorest sections of society.