December 20, 1999 (Spring and winter 13), the two governments and Portugal Macao Handover Ceremony was held. 0:00 am on December 20, 1999








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, the in majestic "Anthem," the sound of music, the national flag of the People's Republic of China and the Macao Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China and the regional flag here solemnly raised. Since then, the return of Macao to the motherland, the Chinese people has taken another important step in the reunification of the motherland. (1 $ dj��.c��m)
thunderous applause, President Jiang Zemin of the People's Republic of China, declared: the Chinese government resumed the exercise of sovereignty over Macao. From that moment on, Macao's development has entered a new era. From that moment on, the friendship of the people of China and Portugal, and the two countries' friendly and cooperative development of a new starting point. In December 19 at midnight, New Port in Macau Macau Cultural Centre Garden Pavilion brightly lit, the remarkable two governments and Portugal Macao Handover Ceremony was held here recently constructed.
23 hours 42 minutes, the Macao Handover Ceremony. Trombonist, Roxy ceremony, President of the People's Republic of China, Jiang Zemin, Premier Zhu? Base, Vice Premier Qian Qichen, Foreign Minister Tang Jiaxuan, the first Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region Edmund Ho Hau Wah, entered the hall, mounted the podium main ceremony sets. Portuguese President Jorge Sampaio, Prime Minister Antonio Guterres, Minister of State and Foreign Minister Jaime Gama, the Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of the Republic Khoi Solomon, the Governor of Macau Viera boarded the podium officiating. Subsequently, China and Portugal both guard of honor was held to salute, the both band played to pay tribute song. [Lssdjt.cn]
President Sampaio's first speech. He said, we are gathered here today to one to participate in this ceremony, this is a unique and important moment in the history of Macao. Macau final status agreement reached between the two countries, and fully reflects the attitude of seeking truth from facts on this issue on both sides, and the wisdom to solve the problem in a peaceful manner, our two countries need to change should new live change over, and also to ensure that the a continuation of the original features of Macao, the centuries long relationship between the two countries entered a new era.
Sampaio said: "Portugal and China at the same time implement the Joint Declaration, the relationship has been strengthened, Macau enjoys the guarantee of autonomy clearer. I would like all those who contribute to its success, and expressed his appreciation and gratitude. "
23 55, the lowering of the flag, the flag-raising ceremony began, the admission of China and Portugal both sides retaining the standard-bearer. 23:58, in the Portuguese national anthem, the national flag of Portugal and the the Macau City Hall flag to start slowly lowered.
The distance at 0 o'clock on December 20th, just a few seconds. Dignified and solemn atmosphere of the venue, quietly waiting for the Chinese nation and the arrival of an important moment.
0000 hours, the People's Liberation Army Military Band played the majestic passionate national anthem of the People's Republic of China, the rising of the regional flag of the national flag of the People's Republic of China and the Macao Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China. 46 seconds later, the two flags at the same time to rise to the flagpole top, fluttering flying. At this point, the two governments and Portugal completed the handover of Macau's sovereignty.
handover ceremony hall waves of applause and unremitting. Numerous cameras, the lens of the camera to record this historic moment; the countless radio waves spread north and south of this major news spread all over the world. 0:04
, President Jiang Zemin has steadily come to a speech in front of the podium of the set with the national emblem of the People's Republic of China. On behalf of the Chinese government and people of all nationalities cordial greetings and good wishes to all those who have contributed to solve the question of Macao, Macao compatriots to return to the motherland, to care about and support the people of Macao's return to the world, said heartfelt thanks.
great concept of "one country, two systems" proposed by Deng Xiaoping, the Chinese government has successfully solved the problem of Hong Kong, Macao, which is the significant progress made by the Chinese people in the great cause of complete reunification of the motherland, Jiang said. (On the practice of the TodayOnHistory.com)
"one country, two systems" in Hong Kong, Macau, has been and will continue to the final settlement of the Taiwan issue to play an important role in the demonstration. The Chinese government and people have the confidence and ability to an early settlement of the Taiwan issue and realization of the complete reunification of China.
Jiang said after the return of Macao, the Chinese government will unswervingly implement the principle of "one country, two systems", "Macao people governing Macao" and a high degree of autonomy, according to the law to protect all the countries and regions in Macao's economy interests. He expressed his conviction that, in support of the Central Government and the people of all nationalities, the Government of the Macao Special Administrative Region and Macao compatriots will be able to Macao management, construction, and develop.
Finally, President Jiang Zemin said in a firm tone: "Macao returned to the motherland, will usher in a brighter future! "
Subsequently, the main representative of President Jiang Zemin and President Sampaio China and Portugal went to the front of the rostrum, handshake photo. (L $ dj��.��r��)
0:10, the end of the Macao Handover Ceremony.
about 2,500 people to attend the handover ceremony. Which representatives of 53 countries and 29 international organizations, more than 40 countries in the Macao Consul General, Honorary Consul and representatives of international organizations in Macau, as well as some international friendly people. the
Macao people from all walks of life, representatives of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and Taiwan compatriots and overseas Chinese from more than 30 countries, the Chinese representatives also attended the handover ceremony.
nearly 300 news media, more than 3,500 journalists from around the world of the Macao Handover Ceremony coverage.
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