Politics undermine Macau’s diversification plans

Significance

However, Macau’s economy has become ever more dependent on gambling, and governance has become no more inclusive or consultative. Even mainland China has outpaced Macau in its use of public consultation.

Impacts

• Economic and cultural integration with mainland China will deepen.
• Macau is unlikely to see political unrest like that in Hong Kong.
• Low official unemployment numbers disguise the severity of COVID-19's economic impact.