The Peking University-trained economist was known for his pragmatic policies targeting income inequality and unaffordable housing.
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Under the new rules, non-Chinese residents of Macao can apply for multiple entry visas valid for up to five years.
The news comes as the government makes moves to liberalise the local aviation sector and end the monopoly of Air Macau, of which Ho is also a director.
The opening of borders has reportedly unleashed the pent-up desire of Macao’s residents to enjoy all that Guangdong has to offer, creating headaches for local retailers and restaurateurs.
Satellites jointly developed between Macao and mainland China have been successfully launched in a programme that will give a boost to aerospace development in the GBA.
China’s foreign ministry says visitors now only need to produce a negative rapid antigen test taken within 48 hours of arrival.
The territory’s top tourism official says she expects the territory to post healthy visitor totals throughout the holiday period.
Zhuhai and Guangzhou ports are busily preparing for a resumption of coal imports from Down Under, with the ending of trade restrictions.
Travellers are now able to apply for all kinds of visas and previous visa-free travel arrangements will resume, Beijing says.