Standing tall at Lotus Square in the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR), the 6-meter, 6.5-tonne sculpture \"Lotus Flower In Full Bloom\" symbolizes Macao's remarkable journey.
Gifted by China's central government and unveiled on December 20, 1999 – the day Macao returned to the motherland – the sculpture has been a silent witness to the region's development over the past quarter-century.
From its days as a humble township with a sluggish economy and limited social security, Macao has evolved into a safe, prosperous metropolis renowned internationally. This transformation is a testament to the successful implementation of \"One Country, Two Systems,\" a national policy crafted by Chinese leaders to address historical sovereignty issues.
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How Macao makes it under 'One Country, Two Systems' (Part 1)
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