At the 2025 International Forum on Mutual Learning Among Civilizations in Macao on Tuesday, Secretary O Lam for Social Affairs and Culture of China's Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) government celebrated Macao's longstanding role as a bridge between Chinese and Western civilizations. Highlighting a tradition built on cooperation, mutual respect and harmonious development, O Lam underlined how this legacy continues to inspire cross-cultural dialogue in today's interconnected world.
“Macao has always been a meeting point where East meets West,” O Lam said in his keynote address. “Our shared history shows that when communities come together with open minds, they can create new possibilities and drive sustainable progress.”
For young global citizens navigating a rapidly evolving digital age, Macao's example offers valuable insights. By embracing diversity and fostering mutual understanding, communities can spark innovation, strengthen social bonds and tackle global challenges—from climate action to creative collaboration across borders.
The forum brings together thinkers, entrepreneurs and changemakers to explore how mutual learning among civilizations can shape the future. Over the coming days, participants will dive into panel discussions on cultural heritage, digital innovation and sustainable growth—continuing Macao's mission of building bridges through dialogue.
As conversations unfold, O Lam's message rings clear: cultural harmony isn't just a historical footnote. It's a living practice that can empower a new generation to connect, create and co-build a more inclusive global community.
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Secretary O Lam praises Macao's tradition of cultural harmony
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