On May 15,Commissioner Bian Lixin met with Jennifer Bourke, Consul General of Ireland in Hong Kong.

Commissioner Bian introduced China’s 15th Five-Year Plan and Macao’s development achievements, and hoped that the Consul General will take the opportunities to further communicate with the Macao SAR Government, promote substantial cooperation between Macao and Ireland in areas such as trade, science and technology, and education, so as to contribute to the development of China-Ireland relations. The Commissioner’s Office will continue to provide necessary assistance. 

Jennifer Bourke noted that there is huge potential for cooperation between Ireland and Macao in various fields, such as science and technology, pharmaceutical industry and people-to-people exchanges. The Consulate General will continue to play the role as a bridge in expanding and enhancing practical cooperation between Ireland and Macao, and advancing Ireland-China relations.