Letter from Chairman
Sponsoring the development of science and technology for the future
Witness the new chapter of Galaxy Macau
I have always had a soft spot for Shanghai, the core city of the Yangtze River Delta region, one of the first areas where KWIH set foot more than 30 years ago when it started its venture in the Mainland market. Meanwhile, I have also been strongly committed to the mission of helping the motherland and its people thrive and prosper by supporting education in Mainland China. So it makes sense that I have offered my support to Shanghai Jiao Tong University (“SJTU”) over the years, making donations to support the development of the SJTU Big Data Centre and special research, and more recently, the development of the science park.
Supporting the nation's development is an enormous task that requires long-term commitment. I am most grateful to SJTU, which has kindly offered to name the complex "Lui Che Woo Science Park”. I am pleased to have learnt about the crucial role SJTU played in scientific research and innovation when I attended the official naming and inauguration ceremony of Lui Che Woo Science Park. I also look forward to the synergies between Lui Che Woo Science Park and the Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility, arguably one of the top five synchrotron facilities in the world, as our scientists strive to achieve breakthroughs in different areas of scientific research.
Moreover, Galaxy Macau™ has swiftly grown into one of world’s leading integrated resorts over the past 12 years since the opening of its first phase in 2011 with its service philosophy “World Class, Asian Heart”. I am pleased to witness the grand opening of Galaxy Macau™ Phase 3, comprising world-renowned hotels, international convention centre and arena, which ushers in a new era of our entertainment and integrated resort business in Macau. In the future, GEG will continue to upgrade its integrated resort facilities and services and the development of the overseas tourist market, as well as collaborate with stakeholders from various sectors to support Macau’s development.
In 2023, we have been greeted by mixed fortunes. We welcomed things returning to normal after three years of battling against the pandemic, although it was not exactly the recovery we had expected. The global economy remained susceptible to fluctuations and uncertainties, while Hong Kong was embracing new sights as it negotiated the transition to more vigorous developments following the restoration of order. I call on all colleagues to keep up their good work amidst these challenging times, adhering to the Group's principles of persistence, pragmatism, and excellence.
Dr Lui Che-woo
GBS, MBE, JP, LLD, DSSc, DBA,
Chairman and Founder of K. Wah Group