PLA garrison marks Macao anniversary

This morning, the People's Liberation Army troops stationed in Macao have celebrated the tenth anniversary of their presence here in the Special Administrative Region.

The People's Liberation Army troops stationed in Macao have celebrated the tenth anniversary of their presence here in the Special Administrative Region.

The PLA Macao Garrison moved into the SAR the day of Macao's historic return to the motherland on December 20th, 1999. According to the PLA, over the past 10 years, the Garrison has observed the Basic Law of Macao and the law governing its presence in the SAR. The PLA contributes to the prosperity and stability of Macao. The Chinese People's Liberation Army Macao Garrison is a symbol of the Chinese Government resuming the exercise of sovereignty over Macao.