Shanghai's vice mayor Yang Xiong (right) and Francis Tam Pak Yuen, Macau's Secretary for Economy and Finance

scene of the signing ceremony

The Macau Special Administrative Region signed a participation contract with World Expo 2010 organizers today.

Shanghai's vice mayor Yang Xiong, briefed Francis Tam Pak Yuen, Macau's Secretary for Economy and Finance, on the progress of the Expo preparations before the signing ceremony.

Yang said the overall preparatory work of the event was running smoothly and organizers will do their utmost to provide the best services to the participants. The success of the Shanghai Expo needs support from participant countries and organizations, Yang noted.

The secretary said the special region attaches great importance to its participation at Expo 2010 and its preparatory work is well underway. The signing of the deal marks the beginning of friendly cooperation between the two sides, he added.

Macau has set up a preparatory office responsible for its exhibition at Expo 2010.

Provinces and cities in China will get 600 square meters each to showcase their varied cultures and traditions. The exhibitions of national participants will be held in a joint pavilion in the China Pavilion section with separate pavilions for Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan.

scene of the signing ceremony