Human rights in Macau

In today's world, Human rights in Macau has become a topic of interest and debate in a wide range of areas. Whether in the political, social, scientific or cultural sphere, Human rights in Macau has captured the attention of society and generated passionate discussions about its importance and the implications it has. As we continue to move forward into the 21st century, Human rights in Macau has become a relevant topic that requires in-depth analysis and reflection about its long-term implications and consequences. In this article, we will explore different aspects related to Human rights in Macau and examine its impact on today's society.

Human rights in Macau refers to the basic rights of citizens of Macau, a former Portuguese colony that reverted to Chinese administration in 1999. As a Special Administrative Region (SAR) of the People's Republic of China (PRC), Macau enjoys a high degree of autonomy, except in defence and foreign affairs, and its citizens have basic freedoms and enjoy legally protected rights. The Macau Basic Law is the SAR's constitution, promulgated by PRC's National People's Congress (NPC) in 1993.

Macau continues to be perceived to enjoy a high level of civil liberties. The 1987 Sino-Portuguese Joint Declaration and the Basic Law specify that the SAR is to continue to enjoy substantial autonomy and its economic system and way of life are to remain unchanged for the first 50 years under PRC sovereignty. The government is led by a chief executive, chosen by a 300-member election committee, which, in turn, is chosen by a preparatory committee composed of 60 SAR and 40 mainland representatives appointed by the NPC.

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  1. ^ "East Asia/Southeast Asia :: Macau – The World Factbook – Central Intelligence Agency". www.cia.gov. Retrieved 2019-06-25.
  2. ^ "Macau". United States Department of State. Retrieved 2022-05-20.

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