The construction of the "Macao New Neighborhood" project in Hengqin is in full swing. Nandu shooter Liang Jiajun photo
On the afternoon of 16 November, the Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region , Mr Hor Yi Shing , delivered the "Fiscal Year 2022 Policy Address" with the theme of "Cohesion, Co-creation bureau" at the Legislative Council. He Yicheng introduced that the SAR Government will take "epidemic prevention, stable recovery, people's livelihood, promotion of pluralism, strong cooperation and development" as its policy of governance, and the main task of the administration in 2022 is to implement the Second Five-Year Plan for economic and social development of the Macao Special Administrative Region (2021-2025) and the Overall Plan for the Construction of the Hengqin Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone. Nandu reporters noted that the separate chapters of the policy address focus on regional cooperation in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the construction of the Hengqin Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone.
Promote the construction of Hengqin The second phase of Hengqin Port is expected to be completed by the end of next year
When reviewing the governance work in 2021, He Yicheng mentioned that the "Overall Plan for the Construction of Hengqin Guangdong-Macao Deep Cooperation Zone" was officially announced, the management agency of Hengqin Guangdong-Macao Deep Cooperation Zone was officially unveiled, and the development of Hengqin entered a new stage. Guangdong and Macao jointly established the Shenzhen HeHe District Management Committee and the Executive Committee, and the two sides jointly sent personnel to reflect the principle of joint consultation, co-construction, co-management and sharing.
At present, the "Working Rules of the Administrative Committee of the Hengqin Guangdong-Macao Deep Cooperation Zone (Trial)" and the "Work Rules of the Executive Committee of the Hengqin Guangdong-Macao Deep Cooperation Zone (Trial)" have been deliberated and approved. The work of Shenhe District has been smoothly advanced and orderly convergence has been achieved.
In terms of promoting the construction of Hengqin, the policy address also pointed out that at present, there are high-tech and financial enterprises that have invested or plan to enter the development of Hengqin. It is necessary to compile and publish a list of high-end talents and shortage of talents, and formulate policies and measures to attract and gather international high-end talents. Promote the construction of the "New Neighborhood of Macao", carry out the construction of the main project and supporting projects in an orderly manner, and strive to complete it by August 2023. Accelerate the construction of the second phase of the Hengqin Port project, which is expected to be completed by the end of 2022.
"Hengqin 'Macao New Neighbourhood' is a multi-functional integrated livelihood project integrating high-quality living, education, health, social services and business, providing about 4,000 residential units for sale and more than 200 talent houses for rent and not for sale, as well as about 60 commercial units. Construction of the project began in early 2021 and the works are progressing smoothly. He Yicheng said.
According to the Information Bureau of the Macao SAR Government, He Yicheng pointed out at the subsequent press conference that the management body of the Hengqin Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone was unveiled on September 17, and the Macao management team has been working in Hengqin, and the cooperation and development direction between the two places are good.
Innovate institutional mechanisms Improve the vocational skills identification mechanism in Guangdong and Macao
Nandu reporter noted that among the 9 major administrative priorities listed in the policy address, in addition to "joint consultation, co-construction, co-management and sharing, and pragmatic promotion of Hengqin construction", it also includes "actively promoting regional cooperation and better integrating into national development". In the chapter, He Yicheng said that the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is one of the regions with the highest degree of openness and economic vitality in China. The core issue of promoting the high-quality construction of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is to promote the innovation of institutional mechanisms and promote the more efficient and convenient flow of people, logistics, capital flow and other elements.
"Under the guidance and support of the central government, we will further strengthen policy coordination and innovation, and accelerate cooperation in key areas such as finance, trade, science and technology, customs clearance, and people's livelihood." Promote the implementation of various policies and measures in the financial sector of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, promote Macao enterprises to make good use of relevant free trade accounts to handle cross-border capital exchange business, and optimize the cross-border payment and settlement system. Improve policies and measures to facilitate the development and life of Macao residents in the Mainland, strengthen cooperation in consumer rights protection in the Greater Bay Area, and continue to improve the vocational skills recognition mechanism between Guangdong and Macao. Promote the use of mediation in the Greater Bay Area. He Yicheng said.
In conclusion, He Yicheng stressed that the development of the Macao Special Administrative Region cannot be separated from the common struggle of all residents. Under the strong leadership of the central authorities, the Macao SAR Government has firm determination and confidence, is not afraid of difficulties, works hard, gathers the wisdom and strength of all sectors of society, makes concerted efforts to cope with difficulties on the way forward, continuously promotes the various construction undertakings of the Macao SAR, and continues to write a new chapter in the practice of "one country, two systems" with Macao characteristics.
"Pragmatically promote the construction of Hengqin" specific measures
Do a good job in drafting the implementation plan of the "Overall Plan for the Construction of Hengqin Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone".
Communicate with relevant ministries and commissions of the state on the relevant policies and measures of the Shenzhen-He-Zone, and accelerate the study and drafting of major supporting policies such as special measures for relaxing market access in the SZSE Zone, the list of the first batch of authorized matters, the catalogue of encouraged industries, the opinions on financial support for the construction of the SZSE Zone, and the customs supervision plan for sub-line management. In accordance with the new requirements for the development of Shenhe District, the "Hengqin Overall Development Plan" was jointly revised with the Guangdong side. Study and formulate management measures for land transfer in The Shenzhen Cooperation Zone.
Vigorously develop new industries that promote the moderate diversification of Macao's economy.
On the basis of sorting out and optimizing the original industrial policies of Hengqin, we will accelerate the formation of a series of industrial support policies that adapt to the goal orientation and resource endowments of the Shenzhen Cooperation Zone, and study and formulate the catalogue of encouraged industries in the Shenzhen Cooperation Zone. Focus on the industrial development direction of Shenhe District, introduce preferential policies and measures, attract more high-quality enterprises and projects at home and abroad to settle in Hengqin, and strive to accelerate the development of key industries.
Promote the development of the traditional Chinese medicine industry in Shenzhen, promote the development of modern financial industry, promote cooperation between Aoqin tourism and related industries, implement tax policy guarantees, establish an international investment attraction mechanism, and strengthen infrastructure interconnection.
Macao should actively participate in the building of the legal system in the Shenzhen Cooperation Zone.
Work with the Guangdong side to study and promote the formulation of SZSZP regulations to provide institutional guarantees for the long-term development of SZSZ. Deepen legal and judicial exchanges and cooperation between Guangdong and Macao, improve the diversified dispute resolution mechanism, provide efficient and convenient legal services for the construction of Shenzhen Cooperation Zone, and create a stable, fair and transparent legal and international business environment.
Under the premise of ensuring the comprehensive safety of Hengqin Port, it is necessary to actively promote the customs clearance of personnel, vehicles and goods.
Work closely with the Guangdong side to promote the construction of the second phase of the Hengqin Port Project and build a new customs clearance mode of "big one-stop" vehicles. Formulate and improve the Work Plan on Promoting the Comprehensive Liberalization of Macao Motor Vehicles to Facilitate the Entry and Exit Cooperation Zone.
Written by: Nandu trainee reporter Weng Anqi Wang Shiqi Synthesized Xinhua News Agency