22/11/2024

In a special interview marking the 25th anniversary of Macau’s return to China, Wang Lu, a reporter from Xinhua News Agency, spoke with visiting Professor Fatima Papelo from the University Joaquim Chissano in Mozambique and Associate Professor Francisco Leandro from the University of Macau, China. The discussion covered several key topics, highlighting Macau’s evolving role in international relations and national development.

Belt and Road Initiative and Portuguese-Speaking Countries

Professor Papelo emphasized the significance of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in fostering economic and cultural ties between China and Portuguese-speaking countries and the excellent diplomatic relations between China and Mozambique. She noted that the BRI has opened new avenues for trade, investment, and infrastructure development, benefiting nations across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

Forum Macau

The interview also touched on the Forum Macau, an essential platform for enhancing cooperation between China and Portuguese-speaking countries. Professor Leandro highlighted how the forum has facilitated dialogue and collaboration in various sectors, including trade, education, and tourism. He praised its role in strengthening diplomatic relations and promoting mutual understanding.

Macau as a Platform for China-Portuguese Speaking Countries Relations

Both professors agreed that Macau serves as a vital bridge between China and Portuguese-speaking countries. Its unique historical and cultural ties to both regions make it an ideal hub for fostering bilateral and multilateral partnerships. Macau’s strategic position enhances its ability to act as a conduit for economic and cultural exchanges.

Greater Bay Area and Macau’s Contribution to National Development Plans

The discussion also covered the Greater Bay Area (GBA) initiative, with Professor Leandro explaining how Macau’s integration into the GBA contributes to China’s broader national development goals. He pointed out that Macau’s participation in the GBA enhances regional connectivity and economic synergy, driving growth and innovation.

In conclusion, the interview underscored Macau’s pivotal role in international diplomacy and national development, celebrating its contributions over the past 25 years and looking forward to its future achievements.

在澳門回歸祖國25週年之際，新華社記者王璐特別採訪了來自莫桑比克喬阿金˙奇薩諾大學的訪問教授Fátima Papelo以及澳門大學利天佑副教授。此次訪談涵蓋多個重要議題，重點探討了澳門在國際關係和國家發展中的不斷演變的角色。

「一帶一路」倡議與葡語國家
Papelo教授強調，「一帶一路」倡議在促進中國與葡語國家之間的經濟與文化聯繫方面具有重要意義，以及讚中國與莫桑比克之間的良好外交關係。她指出，「一帶一路」為貿易、投資和基礎設施建設開闢了新途徑，惠及非洲、亞洲和拉丁美洲的眾多國家。

澳門論壇
此次訪問還涉及“澳門論壇”這一促進中國與葡語國家合作的重要平台。利天佑教授指出，該論壇在貿易、教育和旅遊等多個領域推動了對話與合作。他高度評價論壇在加強外交關係和促進相互理解方面所發揮的作用。

澳門作為中國與葡語國家關係的平台
兩位教授一致認為，澳門是連接中國與葡語國家的重要橋樑。澳門獨特的歷史與文化背景使其成為促進雙邊和多邊合作的理想樞紐。澳門的戰略地位增強了其在經濟與文化交流中的仲介作用。

粵港澳大灣區與澳門對國家發展戰略的貢獻
討論內容亦包括粵港澳大灣區（GBA）建設，利天佑教授解釋了澳門融入大灣區如何助力中國更廣泛的國家發展目標。他指出，澳門參與大灣區建設有助於提升區域互聯互通與經濟協同，推動增長與創新。

總結，此次專訪強調了澳門在國際外交與國家發展中的關鍵作用，既回顧了過去25年的貢獻，也展望了未來的發展成就。