Macao’s higher education institutions hold joint flag-raising ceremony to celebrate founding of PRC and establishment of Macao SAR

The University of Macau (UM), together with Macao Polytechnic University, Macao University of Tourism, Academy of Public Security Forces, Macau University of Science and Technology, City University of Macau, and Kiang Wu Nursing College of Macau, held ‘Macao’s Higher Education Institutions Joint Flag Raising Ceremony for Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the People’s Republic of China and the 25th Anniversary of the Macao SAR’ at UM Lotus Square today (17 April).

The ceremony started at 8:00am. While the national anthem was being played, the joint national flag team hoisted the national flag, the regional flag of the Macao SAR, and the flag with the emblems of the seven higher education institutions. All attendees stood solemnly, looked at the flags with respectful attention, and sang the national anthem. In his speech, UM Rector Yonghua Song said that the flag-raising ceremony not only demonstrated the solidarity and cooperation between the higher education institutions in Macao, but also underlined their joint efforts and commitment to the cause of education. As Macao has experienced rapid economic growth, local institutions have significantly enhanced their research and teaching quality, receiving wide international recognition. He added that they have played an important role in supporting Macao’s economic and social development as well as maintaining its long-term prosperity and stability.

The ceremony was attended by about 500 people, including government officials, leaders and representatives of local higher education institutions, UM management, UM students and faculty members, as well as prominent members of the community.