Legislative leader lauds Macao at start of visit

Zhang Dejiang vows 'unswerving support' for SAR's development

Zhang Dejiang, the nation's top legislator, praised on Monday the "splendid" achievements Macao has made since its return to China in 1999 and pledged the continuation of "unswerving support" from the central government for the economic and social development of the special administrative region.

The National People's Congress Standing Committee chairman, on behalf of the central government, encouraged Macao's people to unite in forging ahead.