In order to strengthen exchanges and co-operation between Macao SAR and Mainland China in the area of sport, Macao Sports Bureau organized a delegation of 23 members to Fuzhou city, Fujian province to participate in the ‘Fujian-Macao Youth Sports Exchange Activities’ for July 25- 28. The delegation practiced badminton and table tennis with the young athletes from Fuzhou City. During the exchange activities, the Macao youth gained knowledge on the training of the mainland athletes and also improved their skills. These exchange activities have deepened the co-operation between Fuzhou and Macao whilst promoting the sports development of the two cities.

The sports departments of the two regions signed a ‘Letter of Intent on Fujian-Macao Sports Exchange and Co-operation’ in 2012. Since then the two regions have carried out many effective sports exchange programs. “Fujian-Macao Youth Sports Exchange Activities” were carried out under the framework since 2014. This year, Macao Sports Bureau organized a youth delegation to visit Fujian province and conducted exchange activities.

During the exchange activities, the coaches from both side shared their sports training tips and experiences. The youth athletes carried professional trainings during the program. While observing the professional trainings of the Mainland team, the Macao athletes also learnt the attitudes towards sports trainings as well.