The five-member team of policy secretaries to serve in the cabinet of Macau's future chief executive, Edmund Ho Hau-wah, was announced last night.
Florinda da Rosa Silva Chan, 45, was appointed secretary for administration and justice. Ms Chan, who holds a local master's degree in business management, is currently director of the Macau Government's Economic Services Department.
Francis Tam Pak-un, 50, was appointed secretary for economy and finance. Mr Un, who also holds a local master's degree in business management, is currently general manager of the Lun Hap Garment Factory in Macau.
Cheong Kuok Va, 43, was made secretary for security. Mr Cheong, who is a graduate of the Macau Security Forces Academy, is presently director of the Macau Government's Security Forces Department.
Fernando Chui Sai-on, 42, was appointed secretary for social affairs and culture. Mr Chui, who holds an American doctorate in public health management, is principal of a local Chinese school.
Ao Man Long, 43, was appointed secretary for transport and public works. Mr Ao, who holds a local master's degree in business management, is currently co-ordinator of the Macau Government's office overseeing the local refuse incineration plant and water treatment plants.
All five appointees were born in Macau.