Macao holds flag-raising ceremony to mark 75th founding anniversary of PRC

The government of the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) held a flag-raising ceremony early on Tuesday morning to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC).

The national flag and the flag of the Macao SAR were raised at the ceremony as the national anthem was resounding across the Golden Lotus Square.

Vice chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference Ho Hau Wah, Macao SAR Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng, representatives of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Macao SAR, the Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China in the Macao SAR and the Chinese People's Liberation Army Garrison in the Macao SAR, as well as eminent persons from various walks of life of the Macao society, attended the ceremony.

After the flag-raising ceremony, the government of the Macao SAR held a series of events to celebrate the National Day such as a reception, a running event, police band performances and a fireworks show.

In addition, the Macao Bridge, the SAR's fourth cross-sea bridge, will open to traffic starting from 14:00 on Tuesday.

The Macao SAR government also offers free Light Rapid Transit and bus and other services for residents and tourists during the holiday.

Macao holds flag-raising ceremony to mark 75th founding anniversary of PRC

Macao holds flag-raising ceremony to mark 75th founding anniversary of PRC

Engaging over five million consumers, China's innovative home appliance trade-in initiative has generated a remarkable 33.5 billion yuan in sales, revealing a vibrant consumption landscape brimming with potential.

According to the Ministry of Commerce, more than 5.11 million consumers have participated in the nationwide appliance trade-in program as of Sunday, purchasing 7.11 million units across eight major categories. This surge has led to sales exceeding 33.5 billion yuan, supported by 6.4 billion yuan in central subsidies.

The program has ignited a passion among the consumers for energy-efficient and smart technology, with a staggering 92.5 percent of sales coming from first-level energy efficiency appliances.

Regions like Hubei, Shanghai, and Chongqing are getting creative with their subsidy offerings, incorporating popular items such as water purifiers, dishwashers, and robotic vacuum cleaners.

As the initiative gains momentum, the Ministry of Commerce is committed to further enhancing the subsidy rollouts. By encouraging local governments to act swiftly, they aim to capitalize on major shopping events like the National Day and "Double Eleven" to fully release the policy effects.

Trade-in program unlocks consumer potential in China's appliance market