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Beijing’s Choice: Judge Sam Hou-fai and the Shifting Power Dynamics in Macau
Opinion | Beijing Indicates Governance Direction in Macau, Emphasizes Anti-Corruption
The likely selection of Judge Sam Hou-fai to succeed Ho Iat-seng as chief executive dispels any remaining myths about the political power of the city's four major families.
It wouldn't have been unexpected, since both of his predecessors had completed two successive five-year terms. Nonetheless, the possibility of Ho seeking another term was controversial due to his prolonged absence from Macau. His 39-day leave from late June to early July sparked concerns, especially with the chief executive election scheduled for October 13.
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