Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai met with Portuguese- and English-language media representatives yesterday, urging them to strengthen coverage of Macau’s role in national development. He called on the media to proactively engage with mainland China, particularly the Guangdong-Macau In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area. While delivering remarks yesterday that echoed his Tuesday speech, during which he met with the Chinese press, Sam expressed gratitude on behalf of the government to local Portuguese- and English-language media for serving as vital channels for Portuguese- and English-speaking communities both at home and abroad. He acknowledged their role in facilitating communication between the public and the government. He recalled the government’s commitment to governing according to law, coordinating among departments, and supporting the press in fulfilling its duties, as well as assisting media in conducting interviews and obtaining information.