Macao looks to develop and become a global hub for tourism

Macao's development is set to surge as the city builds on its role as a global tourism center and further diversifies its economy, according to Pansy Ho Chiu-king, a well-known Hong Kong-Macao businesswoman.

Ho, executive chair and managing director of transport conglomerate Shun Tak Holdings, was confident Macao's efforts would inject new impetus into its development.

The city's strength in tourism and hospitality, the richness of its cultural heritage and support from the motherland all inspire confidence, she said in an exclusive inter view with China Daily.