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He takes office at a time of soaring public debt, a worrying budget deficit and China’s growing prominent China assertiveness in nearby seas. political families P10,11 More on backpage INSIDE 08.04.2016 fri th Anniversary 2 MACAU 澳聞 Gov’t revokes three HE International Police Association T(IPA) China-Macau Conference ends land concessions today. Diplomats in attendance at the fo- Global security conference rum include the Ambassador of Senegal in China, General Abdoulaye Fall, and the Consul-General of the Russian Federation draws to a close in Hong Kong, Valentin Markov. Police forces from 66 countries are also attending. tion equipment is also taking place at the The forum discussed terrorism, VIP same time as the conference. Ten securi- protection, and security work for key go- ty equipment companies from mainland vernmental departments, historical sites China and Macau showcased products at and tourist attractions, as well as anti- the conference, including golden glass, terrorism in local communities and rela- video surveillance and run-flat based The government has revoked three tionships with hotel security. components, among others. land concessions that were highlighted Several participants expressed similar Founded on 1950, the IPA is the world’s in a Commission Against Corruption views during their speeches that poli- largest organization of police officers. The (CCAC) report in December. Two of the Macau branch was established in 2011 and three idle land plots were granted to ce forces from around the world should public bus operator Transmac in 1988 work together to take on crime. includes members from across the SAR’s The president of IPA Macau, Lei Hong Po for the construction of bus terminals An exhibition of global security preven- security forces. Staff reporter and maintenance facilities, but have remained undeveloped. Transmac’s deputy general manager, Kwan Weng Officials highlight investment opportunities in Vietnam Kai, told TDM, “We had applied for a street alignment plan from the seminar on investment country’s numerous advantages loping its operating environ- cial services. government as soon as we had the Aopportunities in Vietnam for Chinese investors, such as its ment and relevant policies, as Nguyen added that Hong development project. But then we was held in Hong Kong this geographical proximity and cul- well as constructing a legal fra- Kong is the second-largest in- received a response […] saying [the week. tural similarities. mework that aligns with inter- vestor of the 18 countries and government] could only issue the plan The Vietnamese Consul-Ge- Dang added that Vietnam’s national investment criteria. territories that have business to us after they had completed the urban neral to Hong Kong and Ma- engagement in regional free Nguyen Van Thanh, vice interests in Quang Ninh. The planning. That’s why we still haven’t cau, Hoang Chi Trung, said trade agreements (FTAs) and chairman of the People’s Com- SAR currently runs 13 invest- received the street alignment plan.” It that Hanoi welcomes large integration in the global eco- mittee in Quang Ninh pro- ment projects in Vietnam, is not clear what will happen to the 300 companies in China, Hong nomy had created vast invest- vince on the northern border, with a registered capital sum or so buses that are regularly parked on Kong and Macau to explore ment opportunities for foreign discussed the construction of USD989 million. the undeveloped land. Transmac has Vietnam’s investment climate. businesses, especially those and administrative procedures The Vietnamese and main- sought advice from the Transport Bureau but has received no reply. The third plot The Vietnamese Ambassador from Hong Kong. of the Van Don Special Econo- land Chinese governments was granted to an investment company to China, Dang Minh Kho, spoke A VietnamPlus report said mic Zone. Nguyen emphasized have established numerous backed by the Zhuhai municipal about the Vietnamese economy the country – a member of that the government is priori- cooperation mechanisms in ho- government in 2001. and its policies to attract in- the Trans-Pacific Partnership tizing sectors such as tourism, pes of creating business oppor- vestment. Dang highlighted the (TPP) Agreement – is deve- services, processing and finan- tunities for both countries. Former Liaison Office department Advisory Council urges IACM to head falls to his death in Zhuhai repair rental bicycles in Taipa ENTAL bicycles available at the Lei- has been creating difficulties for residen- A former department head of the Liaison Rsure Area of the Taipa Waterfront ts when they go to use the bikes. “Renters Office in the MSAR died on Monday in (Cycle Track) remain in disrepair due to feel peeved, with many of them taking Zhuhai after falling from the top of a lack of maintenance. The Advisory Coun- punt on using the conveyances, only to encouraged IACM to refer this problem building, sources told the Times. The cil of Community Services recently urged later find disappointment during their to the department in charge of mainte- victim was not named but, according to urged the Civil and Municipal Affairs Bu- leisure time,” said Lam. nance and repair services. sources, was 65 years old and in the early With the three construction stages now stages of retirement, having left Macau for reau (IACM) to ensure that the bicycles According to Lam, the areas reserved completed, the Taipa Waterfront Cy- Beijing last year after serving in Macau for are returned to working order, as repor- for walking and cycling attract numerous a decade. The cause of death has not been ted by Macao Daily News. residents who enjoy spending their holi- cle Track area has been extended as far disclosed. Customers often find the bikes have days and weekends in these places. The as the end of the Macau-Taipa bridge. loose pedals and brakes, or flat tires. Lam council member said that “even though The bike rental program began in 2013 Vai Hong, a member of the aforementio- some won’t bring their own bikes, they following the conclusion of the first cons- Cuisine Association ned council, remarked that this situation will still choose to rent them.” He then truction stage of the cycle track. launches food show The Macau Cuisine Association (MCA) is expected to hold a live cooking CE meets regional director of World Health Organization show today at Broadway Macau for its official inauguration, Macao Daily HIEF Executive Chui Sai According to a statement, the outbreaks of a disease. the prevention and control of On met with the World government will follow WHO On Tuesday, the WHO ex- infectious diseases. News reported. One hundred local C cooks will present 118 dishes from Health Organization’s (WHO) guidelines to minimize the risk perts also met medical profes- The WHO team studied the Chinese, Western and Japanese cuisines. Regional Director for the Wes- of diseases spreading to and sionals from the Health Bu- proposed infectious disease The MCA has also invited a chef to tern Pacific, Dr Shin Young- throughout Macau, which will reau, Kiang Wu Hospital and unit, a building near Conde S. demonstrate the making of hand-pulled soo, on Tuesday to review the enhance the city’s capabilities University Hospital (Macau Januário Hospital. They che- noodles and durian ice cream. MCA latest developments in the lo- to deal with future viruses. University of Science and Te- cked planned disinfection fa- president Ip Sio Man said the association cal healthcare system. The WHO regional director chnology) to exchange views cilities for the filtering of emis- aims to improve the overall quality of While local authorities pled- said it was necessary to plan on the prevention of infectious sions and waste, as well as the the local catering industry, as well as ged to improve the local health- disease prevention and con- diseases and related issues. design of its isolation wards. promote Macau’s diverse food culture. care infrastructure, Shin stated trol facilities to cope with the A four-member WHO team The WHO has supported the Five hundred of the MCA’s members are that the city’s existing facilities spread of diseases, no matter had previously visited the city development of Macau’s heal- from the catering industry, half of whom for disease prevention and con- how expensive, in order to deal between March 23 and 25 to thcare for the past 16 years since are budding cooks.